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This bright blue kamikaze shot is an easy shooter recipe to make for a large group of people, using only 3 ingredients. Made with blue curaçao, lime juice and vodka, with a sugar-lined rim.
This blue kamikaze shot is a variation of the original kamikaze shot which is made with triple sec, rather than blue curaçao.
The blue curaçao is what gives this drink its bright light blue color.
For other shot recipes, try these watermelon shooters or these RumChata pudding shots.
For other cocktails made with blue curaçao, try this blue hurricane drink.
Recipe Highlights
- The bright blue color makes these shooters unique, and great for serving at a party.
- This is a quick & easy recipe to make for a large group of people.
- This shot recipe can easily be served as a cocktail instead of party shots.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Blue Curaçao: Use whatever brand of blue curaçao you have on hand. Blue curaçao gives this shot its blue color. Use triple sec with a few drops of blue food coloring as a substitute.
- Vodka: Use your favorite type of vodka. You can also experiment using flavored vodka such as raspberry vodka or lemon vodka.
- Lime Juice: Use freshly squeezed lime juice. Freshly squeezed juice will taste much better than artificial lime juice.
Equipment
- A cocktail shaker to make the shots in.
- Shot glasses to serve the shots in.
Instructions
Step 1: Run a wedge of lime around the edge of the shot glass. Optionally, dip the rim in a small amount of granulated sugar.
Step 2: Add the vodka, blue curaçao and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into the prepared shot glass.
Expert Tips
- Save time when serving a large group. If you are serving a large group, line the shot glasses with sugar in advance. Store the prepared shot glasses in the fridge until you are ready to serve them. For the best taste, make the blue kamikaze shot at the time you are ready to serve your guests.
- Turn this shot into a cocktail. To turn this drink into a cocktail, double or triple the recipe quantity and serve it in a cocktail glass filled with ice.
- Make the shot sweeter. This shot tastes fairly strong. If you want it to be sweeter, add in ½ to 1 tablespoon of simple syrup.
- Experiment with different garnishes. Try using a mini lime slice, an orange peel, or a maraschino cherry.
FAQ
This shot is a fairly strong shot with a balance between the sweet orange flavor of the blue curaçao and the sour lime.
In Japanese, “kamikaze” means “divine wind”.
📖 Recipe
Blue Kamikaze Shot
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 shot 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
This bright blue kamikaze shot is an easy shooter to make for a large group of people.
Ingredients
- ½ oz blue curaçao
- ½ oz vodka
- ½ oz lime juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Run a wedge of lime around the edge of the shot glass. Optionally, dip the rim in a small amount of granulated sugar.
- Add the blue curaçao, vodka and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well for 5 to 8 seconds until the outside is frosted. Strain and pour into the prepared shot glass.
Notes
- To make this shot sweeter: Add in ½ to 1 tablespoon of simple syrup.
- Garnish ideas: Try using a mini lime slice, an orange peel, or a maraschino cherry.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Shot Recipes
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shot
- Calories: 73
- Sugar: 2.8g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4.8g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Michelle
These are so fun and so easy to make! Definitely a hit at our last gathering
Erica
Okay can we talk about the BLUE and GREEN in the photography!? GORG.
Patricia
Nothing better than an easy, crowd-pleasing "cocktail!" Well...that and a super-fun color like this! Love it!
Anjali
This is such a fun little drink!! Can't wait to make it the next time we host - I know everyone will love it!