Blue Nut
Indulge in the luxurious Blue Nut cocktail, a vibrant and creamy drink perfect for special occasions or a touch of midweek decadence. This stunning beverage combines the tropical citrus notes of Blue Curacao and the nutty richness of hazelnut liqueur, balanced with velvety heavy cream for a silky-smooth texture. Shaken with ice and topped with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of crushed hazelnuts, and a bright maraschino cherry, this cocktail is as visually captivating as it is delicious. Ready in just 5 minutes, the Blue Nut is the ultimate fusion of flavor and elegance, ideal for impressing guests or treating yourself.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Blue Curacao
- 1 oz Hazelnut Liqueur (e.g., Frangelico)
- 1 oz Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Ice Cubes
- 2 tbsp Whipped Cream
- 1 tbsp Crushed Hazelnuts
- 1 whole Maraschino Cherry
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Pour 1.5 oz of blue curacao, 1 oz of hazelnut liqueur, and 1 oz of heavy cream into the shaker.
Close the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well combined and chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini or rocks glass.
Top the drink with 2 tbsp of whipped cream for added richness.
Sprinkle 1 tbsp of crushed hazelnuts over the whipped cream for texture and garnish.
Finish with a single maraschino cherry placed on top for a pop of color.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Blue Nut cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.1 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 39 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 56 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
