The “Blue Motorcycle” cocktail is a vivid and energising concoction distinguished by its intense blue hue and flavour. This contemporary favourite, made with a blend of spirits and blue curaçao, is ideal for bringing a little excitement to any gathering.
Blue Motorcycle drink
The Blue Motorcycle drink is a vibrant and potent cocktail, often compared to a Long Island Iced Tea due to its Mix of several different spirits. Here’s a classic recipe to make a Blue Motorcycle:
Ingredients:
1/2 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce rum
1/2 ounce gin
1/2 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce blue curaçao
2 ounces sour Mix
Lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7-Up)
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add vodka, rum, gin, tequila, blue curaçao, and sour Mix to the shaker.
Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
Transfer the blend into a large glass that has ice in it..
Top off the drink with lemon-lime soda.
Garnish with a lemon wedge or cherry if desired.
Tips:
Adjust the amount of lemon-lime soda to your taste; more soda will make it less intense.
You can add a small amount of simple syrup for a sweeter version..
Enjoy your Blue Motorcycle responsibly!
Blue Motorcycle Drink Directions
Ingredients:
1/2 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce rum
1/2 ounce gin
1/2 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce blue curaçao
2 ounces sour Mix
Lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7-Up)
Ice
Lemon wedge or cherry for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the vodka, rum, gin, tequila, blue curaçao, and sour Mix to the shaker.
Shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled.
Fill a tall glass with ice.
Pour the mixture through a strainer into a glass..
Top off the drink with lemon-lime soda.
If preferred, garnish with a cherry or a wedge of lemon.
Enjoy your Blue Motorcycle responsibly!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
The nutrition facts for a Blue Motorcycle drink can vary slightly based on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients used. However, here is a general estimate of the nutritional information per serving (assuming a standard 8-ounce serving size):
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
Calories: ~280-300
Total Fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: ~20-30mg
Total Carbohydrates: ~30-35g
Sugars: ~25-30g
Protein: 0g
Alcohol Content: ~30-35g
Breakdown:
Vodka, Rum, Gin, and Tequila (1/2 oz each): These spirits typically have about 64 calories per 1/2 ounce each, totaling around 256 calories from alcohol.
Blue Curaçao (1/2 oz): Approximately 40 calories.
Sour Mix (2 oz): Roughly 30-40 calories, depending on the brand.
Lemon-lime Soda (top off, about 2 oz): Around 24 calories for 2 ounces.
These values can vary depending on the exact brands and formulations of the ingredients used. For more precise nutritional information, refer to the labels on your specific ingredient bottles.
Blue Motorcycle Drink Ingredients:
The Blue Motorcycle drink is a potent cocktail similar to a Long Island Iced Tea but with a blue hue. The ingredients typically include:
1/2 ounce vodka
1/2 ounce rum
1/2 ounce gin
1/2 ounce tequila
1/2 ounce blue curaçao (which gives it the blue color)
2 ounces sour Mix
Lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7-Up) to top off
Blue Motorcycle vs. Long Island Iced Tea:
Both the Blue Motorcycle and the Long Island Iced Tea are cocktails that mix several types of alcohol. The main differences are:
Blue Motorcycle:
It contains blue curaçao, which gives it a distinctive blue color.
Typically topped with lemon-lime soda.
Long Island Iced Tea:
Contains triple sec instead of blue curaçao.
It is topped with cola, giving it a tea-like color.
Blue Alcoholic Drink Names:
Various blue alcoholic drinks exist, commonly using blue curaçao for the color. Some popular blue beverages include:
Blue Lagoon
Blue Hawaiian
Blue Margarita
Blue Martini
AMF vs. Blue Motorcycle:
The terms AMF (Adios Motherf****r) and Blue Motorcycle are often used interchangeably because they are very similar. Both cocktails share a similar base with slight variations:
AMF:
Typically includes the same spirits (vodka, rum, gin, tequila, blue curaçao).
It often includes a splash of sweet and sour Mix.
Topped with lemon-lime soda.
Blue Motorcycle:
Essentially, the same ingredients and preparation are used as an AMF.
Sometimes, it is used as a regional name variation for the AMF.
In essence, AMF and Blue Motorcycle are nearly identical, and the naming difference is more about regional preferences than any significant variation in the recipe.
