Top 5 Blue Motorcycle Cocktail Variations & Recipes To try

If you’ve ever spent a day carving backroads, you know two things: nothing beats the freedom of the open road, and nothing caps it off better than a drink that’s as bold as your bike.

As a motorcyclist who’s logged miles from Sturgis to Daytona—and mixed more than a few cocktails at campsites. This iconic drink has spawned wild variations that deserve a spot in your cooler. After shaking up (and surviving) all five, here’s the recipe for which ones are worth your weekend.

1. The Classic Blue Motorcycle Drink

This cocktail is a symphony of vodka, gin, rum, tequila, Blue Curaçao, sour mix, and a splash of lemon-lime soda. The result? A deceptively smooth sip that tastes like citrus candy but hits like a 1200cc engine.

I mixed this up after a grueling ride through the Mojave last summer. The first sip? Refreshing. The third? Let’s just say I was very glad I wasn’t riding anywhere.

The electric blue hue is pure biker-bar bravado, and the lemon wedge garnish adds a touch of road-trip simplicity.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• ½ oz vodka
• ½ oz gin
• ½ oz white rum
• ½ oz silver tequila
• ½ oz Blue Curaçao
• 1 oz fresh sour mix (1:1 lemon juice + simple syrup)
• 2 oz lemon-lime soda (Sprite/7-Up)
• Garnish: Lemon wedge + cherry

Steps:

1. Fill a shaker with ice. Add vodka, gin, rum, tequila, Blue Curaçao, and sour mix.
2. Shake like you’re revving a cold engine.
3. Strain into a tall glass filled with ice. Top with soda.
4. Garnish. Sip slowly—it’s smoother than a freshly paved highway.

Pro tip: Use fresh sour mix—it cuts the liquor’s bite better than the bottled stuff.

Potency Level: “You’ll feel it in your boots.”

2. The Bullfrog: For Riders Who Live on the Edge

Swap the lemon-lime soda for an energy drink (Red Bull is the go-to), and you’ve got the Bullfrog—a drink that’s equal parts reckless and brilliant.

It’s the two-wheeled equivalent of doing a wheelie at sunset: thrilling, stupid, and unforgettable.

I tried this at a Bike Week afterparty. The caffeine masks the alcohol too well. One minute, you’re toasting to a day of open roads; the next, you’re debating whether your bike can double as a dance floor. Stick to one unless you’ve got a designated driver on standby.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• ½ oz vodka
• ½ oz gin
• ½ oz rum
• ½ oz tequila
• ½ oz Blue Curaçao
• 1 oz fresh sour mix
• 2 oz Red Bull
• Garnish: Lime wedge

Steps:

1. Shake all ingredients except Red Bull with ice.
2. Strain into a glass over ice. Top with Red Bull.
3. Stir gently—like you’re balancing a wheelie.

Potency Level: “Ride-or-die energy.”

3. The Grateful Dead: Berry-Bomb for the Free-Spirited

This one ditches the Blue Curaçao for raspberry liqueur (Chambord) and blackberry schnapps, turning the drink a deep purple-red. It’s sweeter, fruitier, and perfect for riders who want flavor without sacrificing the punch.

I served these at a campfire hangout near Sturgis. The berry-forward taste was a hit, especially with riders who prefer something less “jet fuel” and more “jam session.”

Bonus points: Layer it with Blue Curaçao for a tie-dye effect that’s as eye-catching as a custom paint job.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• ½ oz vodka
• ½ oz gin
• ½ oz rum
• ½ oz tequila
• ½ oz raspberry liqueur (Chambord)
• ½ oz blackberry schnapps
• 1 oz sour mix
• Garnish: Fresh raspberries + lime wheel

Steps:

1. Shake everything with ice until your hands go numb.
2. Strain into a rock glass over ice.
3. Drop in berries. Toast to the open road.

Potency Level: “Smooth, but still sneaky.”

4. Tokyo Iced Tea: Melon Madness

Swap Blue Curaçao for Midori (a honeydew melon liqueur), and suddenly, you’re sipping something that tastes like a tropical vacation. Bright green and sweet, this Japanese-inspired twist is for riders craving something different.

I discovered this drink at a hole-in-the-wall bar in Austin. The melon flavor is bold but not cloying, and the green hue sparks instant curiosity. It’s like finding a hidden trail—unexpected and rewarding.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• ½ oz vodka
• ½ oz gin
• ½ oz rum
• ½ oz tequila
• ½ oz Midori (melon liqueur)
• 1 oz sour mix
• 2 oz lemon-lime soda
• Garnish: Maraschino cherry

Steps:

1. Shake all ingredients except soda with ice.
2. Strain into a tall glass over ice. Top with soda.
3. Add a cherry. Pretend you’re in a Tokyo speakeasy.

Potency Level: “Sweetness with a side of danger.”

5. Electric Lemonade/Blue Lagoon: The Easy Rider

If the classic Blue Motorcycle feels like too much, this vodka-forward version cuts the liquor count and amps up the lemonade. It’s bright, tangy, and way easier to handle—ideal for sipping while you swap stories in the parking lot.

My go-to for casual rides with newer riders. The blue color still turns heads, but the lighter buzz means nobody’s wobbling back to their bike.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 1½ oz vodka
• ½ oz Blue Curaçao
• 2 oz lemonade
• 1 oz club soda
• Garnish: Lemon wheel + mint sprig

Steps:

1. Fill a glass with ice. Add vodka, Blue Curaçao, and lemonade.
2. Top with soda. Stir gently.
3. Garnish. Sip while swapping ride stories.

Potency Level: “Sunday cruise vibes.”

The Last Call

Look, I get it—nothing beats the camaraderie of a bar packed with riders, clinking glasses after a day on the asphalt. But let’s keep the rubber side down, yeah? These drinks are strong. Savor them responsibly, hydrate like your life depends on it (because it does), and never mix drinking with riding.

So, this weekend, pick a variation, mix it up, and raise a glass to the open road. Just make sure your keys are far, far away.