Texas Roadhouse Blue Drink – One of the iconic cocktails at the Texas Roadhouse is their Blue Drink, or as many of us know it, Kenny’s Cooler. This island-inspired cocktail — you guessed it — is bright blue and packed with Blue Chair Bay Coconut Rum, peach schnapps, Minute Maid Lemonade, and Monin Blue Curacao syrup (named for country music star Kenny Chesney).
It is served over ice in an ice-cold mug or tall glass, garnished with an orange wedge and cherry, as refreshing to see as it is to drink, Kenny’s Cooler offers a sweet, fruity flavor with citrus and coconut notes which is ideal for fans of beach-style cocktails. Cheap (usually $6–$8 depending on the area), this is typically the drink guests go for to relax over a delicious and enjoyable drink. Not only does this drink follow through on flavor, it also provides a pop of color and excitement to the Texas Roadhouse bar scene.
Texas Roadhouse Blue Drink Recipe
Here’s the detailed recipe for Texas Roadhouse’s Kenny’s Cooler, commonly known as their Texas Roadhouse Blue Drink which is a fun, tropical cocktail with fruity and refreshing flavors:
Ingredients:
- 1 oz. Blue Curacao (a blue-colored, orange-flavored liqueur)
- 1/2 oz. Peach Schnapps
- 1 oz. Coconut Rum (preferably Blue Chair Bay brand, for an authentic taste)
- 2 oz. Lemonade (fresh or store-bought)
- 1 oz. Sweet and Sour Mix
- Ice
- Lemon wedge and Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Glass:
- Take a large mason jar or tall glass and fill it with ice cubes. This ensures that the drink stays cold and refreshing.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the Blue Curacao, Peach Schnapps, Coconut Rum, Lemonade, and Sweet and Sour Mix.
- Add ice to the shaker, then shake the mixture vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to combine the flavors well.
- Pour and Serve:
- Strain the mixed drink into the prepared mason jar or glass filled with ice.
- Garnish:
- Add a lemon wedge and a maraschino cherry on top for garnish. The bright blue color of the drink contrasted with the yellow lemon and red cherry makes it visually appealing.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately while cold and enjoy the tropical, fruity flavors of this refreshing cocktail!
Tips:
- Sweetness Adjustment: You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sweet and sour mix or lemonade based on your taste preference.
- Alternative Garnishes: Some people like to add a lime wheel or an additional splash of soda water for extra fizz.
- Chill the Glass: For an even cooler experience, chill the glass or mason jar before making the drink.
Kenny’s Cooler is known for its tropical and fruity taste, with the blue curacao giving it that signature blue hue and a subtle orange flavor