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Tropical Breeze Version

Introduction

The Strawberry–Blue Hawaiian (Tropical Breeze Version) is a vibrant, island-inspired twist on the classic Blue Hawaiian. Blending juicy strawberries with creamy coconut, sweet pineapple, and a stunning ocean-blue swirl, this drink delivers a refreshing tropical breeze in every sip. It’s perfect for summer parties, beach-themed gatherings, or whenever you want a mini-vacation in a glass.

The layered red-and-blue color makes it gorgeous, while the fruity flavor keeps it smooth, sweet, and unbelievably refreshing.

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🍓 Ingredients

Strawberry Layer

• 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries
• 1 oz light rum (optional)
• ½ oz simple syrup (or honey)
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 2–3 ice cubes

Blue Hawaiian Layer

• 1 ½ oz light rum
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• 2 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz coconut cream
• 1 cup crushed ice

Garnish

• Fresh strawberry
• Pineapple wedge
• Maraschino cherry
• Paper umbrella (optional but fun!)

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🍹 Instructions

Step 1 — Make the Strawberry Base

1. Add strawberries, rum (optional), simple syrup, coconut cream, and ice to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and thick.
3. Pour into the bottom of a tall chilled glass.
4. Place the glass in the freezer for 5 minutes to help keep layers separate.

Step 2 — Prepare the Tropical Blue Hawaiian Layer

1. Rinse the blender.
2. Add light rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, coconut cream, and crushed ice.
3. Blend until smooth and frosty.

Step 3 — Create the Tropical Breeze Effect

1. Slowly pour or spoon the Blue Hawaiian mixture over the strawberry layer.
   • Pouring gently over the back of a spoon helps keep the colors separate.
2. Allow the drink to settle into a vibrant red-to-blue gradient.

Step 4 — Garnish & Serve

1. Add a pineapple wedge, strawberry, or cherry on a skewer.
2. Serve immediately with a straw.

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🔧 Methods & Tips

1. For a Non-Alcoholic Version

• Replace rum with coconut water.
• Replace blue curaçao with blue sports drink or blue raspberry syrup.

2. Thicker Layers

• Use frozen fruit and crushed ice.
• Chill the glass between layers.

3. Sweeter or Less Sweet

• Adjust simple syrup level in the strawberry layer.
• Add a splash of pineapple juice for extra sweetness.

4. Extra Tropical Twist

• Add a small piece of banana to the strawberry blend.
• Add a splash of passionfruit juice to the blue layer.

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