Tropical Five-Spirit Cocktail (Printable Format)

A vibrant blue cocktail mixing Long Island Iced Tea intensity with tropical Blue Hawaiian flavors. Strong, sweet, and perfect for summer.

# What You'll Gather:

→ Tropical Base

01 - 2 cups fresh pineapple juice
02 - 1 cup coconut water
03 - 1/4 cup fresh lime juice

→ Color & Sweetness

04 - 1/3 cup blue curaçao syrup (non-alcoholic)
05 - 2-3 tablespoons simple syrup (adjust to taste)

→ Fizz & Garnish

06 - 3 cups chilled sparkling water
07 - Ice cubes
08 - Fresh pineapple wedges
09 - Lime wheels
10 - Fresh mint sprigs
11 - Maraschino cherries
12 - Paper umbrellas (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Make sure all your ingredients are well-chilled beforehand. This keeps the punch cold without watering it down too quickly with melting ice.
02 - In a large pitcher, combine the fresh pineapple juice, coconut water, and lime juice. Give it a gentle stir to mix these tropical flavors together.
03 - Slowly pour in the blue curaçao syrup while stirring gently. Watch that gorgeous ocean-blue color develop - it's like capturing paradise in a glass!
04 - Add simple syrup gradually, tasting as you go. Remember, pineapple sweetness varies, so adjust to your preference and your guests' tastes.
05 - Fill tall glasses with generous amounts of ice, then pour the blue mixture about 3/4 full. Top with sparkling water just before serving and stir gently to maintain those precious bubbles.
06 - Top each glass with a pineapple wedge, lime wheel, and fresh mint sprig. Add a cherry for that extra pop of color, and don't forget those fun paper umbrellas for the full tropical experience!

# Important Tips:

01 - This stunning blue punch is completely alcohol-free, making it perfect for family gatherings and interfaith celebrations.
02 - The blue curaçao syrup is the non-alcoholic version - it gives you that gorgeous color and orange citrus flavor without any alcohol.
03 - For best results, add the sparkling water just before serving to maintain maximum fizz and refreshment.
04 - You can make the base mixture ahead of time and store it in the fridge, then add sparkling water when ready to serve.
05 - Try using coconut sparkling water instead of regular for an extra tropical twist!