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Blue Steel
A ridiculously good-looking cocktail that's as sharp and striking as Derek Zoolander's signature pose. This vibrant gin sour is given its signature color with blue curaçao and a sophisticated, fashionable twist from maraschino liqueur.
- Drink
- 6 ingredients
- 5 steps
- Comedy
Gather these
Ingredients
- 2 ozLondon Dry Gin
- 3/4 ozFresh Lime Juice
- 1/2 ozBlue Curaçao
- 1/4 ozMaraschino Liqueur
- 1 for garnishLemon Twist
- 1/2 ozEgg White (optional)
Step by step
Instructions
- 1
Add gin, lime juice, blue curaçao, and maraschino liqueur to a cocktail shaker. If using, add the egg white.
- 2
Dry shake (shake without ice) vigorously for 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white.
- 3
Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled.
- 4
Double-strain into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass.
- 5
Garnish with an elegant lemon twist.
The Inspiration
Why this drink
Inspired by Derek Zoolander's iconic modeling look, 'Blue Steel,' this cocktail is designed to be visually stunning and unforgettable. Its vibrant blue color directly references the name, while the clean, sharp, yet surprisingly complex flavor profile from the gin, citrus, and maraschino reflects the high-fashion world the film satirizes. It’s a drink that doesn't just taste good—it knows it looks good, too.
Zoolander · Comedy