This sweet and colorful Mermaid Water Drink is a coconutty, fruity rum punch that is the perfect refreshment for summer. It's easy to make too with only 4 ingredients, coconut rum, blue curacao, peach schnapps, and lemonade.
Its unusual blue-green color and tropical flavor will have you thinking of mermaids and island getaways with every sip. Ideal for poolside parties, backyard barbecues, or quiet evenings.
Mermaid Water Rum Punch Cocktail
Summer is here and that means I'm craving some fun, tasty, super tropical cocktails. What's more, they've got to be refreshing and easy to make too! And nothing could be easier than this pretty and fanciful mermaid water rum punch that reminds me of crystal clear Caribbean waters.
What makes this drink so unusual and colorful? It's the Blue Curacao addition, one of my favorite liqueurs, for making pretty summery drinks. Drinks like my Blue Long Island Iced Tea, South Beach Punch Cocktail, and this Mermaid Water always stand out from the rest with their attention-getting turquoise color.
Blue Curacao lends not only the blue color to this drink but a tart orange flavor as well. This flavor complements the coconut rum and lemon flavors for a truly satisfying rum punch. Are you ready to get your mermaid vibe on?
What is Mermaid Water?
It's a fruity rum punch cocktail with a lovely blue color. A sweet, light drink usually comprised of rum, blue curacao, and some type of fruit juice. The blue mermaid cocktail also goes by the names Tipsy Mermaid Drink, Drunken Mermaid Drink, or Mermaid Water Shot.
Why You'll Love This Mermaid Water Cocktail
- PRETTY & Eye-Catching
- Quick & EASY to make
- Totally REFRESHING and perfect for summer
- You can make it for one or by the PITCHER
- Definite, relaxing ISLAND VIBES
Mermaid Water Ingredients
Are you wondering what is in the Mermaid Water drink recipe? It's a combination of all things Caribbean and summery.
Coconut rum - adds the tropical coconut flavor. You can add to the liquor content or change it out for light rum or spiced rum.
Blue Curacao - is necessary to turn the drink that pretty blue-green mermaid color. If you can't find blue curacao you can also use Triple Sec or Grand Marnier with a little blue food coloring.
Peach Schnapps - will surprise everyone sipping this drink by lending it a hint of peach flavor.
Lemonade - is both the main liquid and the sweetener for this rum punch. Limeade can also be subbed for lemonade.
Ingredient Notes
Coconut Rum vs Spiced Rum vs Light or Dark Rum
The coconut rum gives this mermaid water more of a tropical vibe. However, you can also use a combination of spiced and light rum or stick with just the light rum.
I would advise against using dark rum as the flavor is too bold and its addition will affect the color of the cocktail.
Garnishes
Garnishes make this drink even more colorful. Use fruits that match the flavors in the drink or as a pop of color. And don't forget the little drink umbrellas!
- Lemon slices
- Orange slices
- Peach slices
- Cherries
- Tropical drink umbrellas
Sugar Rim
Decorate the rim of the glass with something sweet. First, rub the rim with a lemon or lime then dip into a mix of colored sanding sugars or edible glitter. Plain sugar will work as well.
Ingredient Substitutions and Additions
- Blue Curacao - any orange-flavored liqueur plus blue food coloring
- Coconut Rum - substitute white or spiced rum or in addition to coconut rum
- Lemonade - substitute pineapple juice
- Sparkling - add sparkling water, champagne, club soda, or lemon-lime soda for a little bubbly
- Edible Glitter - or colored sugar is particularly pretty on the rim or add it right into the glass for a sparkly effect!
How to Make Mermaid Water
Now that you know what's in this fruity drink, the question is how do you make a mermaid cocktail? Here are the steps for making this easy Mermaid Water recipe:
Sugar Rim
- First, prepare the glass by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rim of the glass.
- Place colored sugar on a flat plate and lightly stir together. Place wet rim in sugar to coat.
Blue Mermaid Drink
- Fill a glass with crushed ice then pour coconut rum into it.
- Add peach schnapps.
- Pour in lemonade almost to the top.
- Slowly add blue curacao and watch how the cocktail changes to its beautiful signature color.
This is the perfect poolside, backyard BBQ, beach cocktail that's easy to make for one or by the pitcher. So when you're craving a tropical cocktail, take a dive into this tasty Mermaid Water drink for a big glass of summer flavor. Cheers!
Serving Variations
- Mermaid Martini - just add a shot of vodka to the mix
- Frozen or Slushie - Add more ice and blend in a blender.
- Large Batch - Easily quadrupled to make it by the pitcher, punch bowl, or, as the Beach Bucket Restaurant calls it, by the bucket (as in a pail for the beach).
What to Serve with Mermaid Water Cocktail
Since this cocktail is on the sweet side be sure to serve it with appetizers that are on the salty or savory side. Some suggestions are:
How to Make Ahead and Store
This drink is easy to make ahead and have on hand whenever you are ready to enjoy it. It will keep for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, any longer and the flavor begins to diminish. You can also freeze it to make adult popsicles or add more ice and serve it as a slushy.
More Fruity Cocktail Recipes
These blue, green, and purple cocktails are deliciously refreshing and great for summer:
- Blackberry Margarita - made with fresh berries.
- Ocean Breeze Drink from Cocktail with Class - a blue tropical punch with pineapple.
- Blueberry Mojito - fresh blueberries are a tasty addition to this minty drink.
- Sangria with Sprite - only 3 ingredients are needed for this easy drink.
- Kiwi Mojito with Tequila - fresh kiwi with a touch of mint for tropical refreshment.
Check out more of my easy cocktail recipes here on 2CM!
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Mermaid Water Drink
Ingredients
- 2 oz coconut rum
- 1 oz peach schnapps
- 1 oz blue curacao
- 6 oz lemonade
- Crushed ice
- Garnishes: lemon slice peach slice, maraschino cherry
Instructions
Sugar rim (optional)
- Rub a wedge of lemon around rim.
- Scatter pretty colored sanding sugars on plate and lightly swirl colors.
- Dip rim of glass in sugars to coat.
Cocktail
- Fill a tall glass with crushed ice.
- Pour in rum, schnapps, blue curacao then top with lemonade.
- Garnish with slice of lemon, peach and/or a cherry. A pretty drink umbrella is always a nice addition.
Notes
- Blue Curacao - any orange-flavored liqueur plus blue food coloring
- Coconut Rum - substitute white or spiced rum or in addition to coconut rum
- Lemonade - substitute pineapple juice
- Sparkling - add sparkling water, champagne, club soda, or lemon-lime soda for a little bubbly
Lauren Michael Harris says
What a fun cocktail for summer! This is so beautiful and definitely what I want poolside all summer long.
Linda Warren says
I'll meet you by the pool! lol
Ann says
I made this for camping over the weekend, and it was a hit! Such a refreshing, summery drink! Will definitely be making it again!
Linda Warren says
Glad you enjoyed it. I would love to look forward to this drink while camping. Cheers!
Loreto and Nicoletta says
Love the color, love the flavors. Only one thing left to do, make it, pull out a lawn chair, feel the warmth of summer and watch as time just slows down!
Well done!
Linda Warren says
Sounds like a great plan to me! Enjoy!
Michele says
I loved this fun, refreshing summer drink. It's perfect when relaxing at the beach.
Linda Warren says
My thoughts exactly!
Tammy says
This has become my go-to summer cocktail. It's honestly one of the most delicious drinks I've ever made and it goes down too easily haha. A fun drink to wind down with...thanks so much for this one! Cheers xx
Megan says
I might never get rid of my girlfriends now! Haha! Let's say this was a hit last night. Thanks for making my friends 50th birthday a little bit more colourful!
Linda Warren says
lol That was the perfect time to serve this fun drink! Congrats to the birthday girl and so glad y'all enjoyed it.
Sean says
While I rum and I aren't the best of friends I added coconut water and used vodka and it was delicious!
Linda Warren says
Yum! That sounds delicious with all the flavors of the original.
Jenny says
This is the most fun cocktail! I think it is perfect for a summer gathering of adult guests. We are planning a big get-together soon, and I bet this mermaid water drink will be the star of the evening. Thanks for the idea!
Linda Warren says
Yay! Get-togethers are the best time to serve this by the pitcher. Hope y'all enjoy it!
Marta says
I made this Mermaid Water Drink as a fun addition to my weekend gathering and my friends loved it. The coconut rum was definitely my favorite addition.
Linda Warren says
Me too! I love the coconut flavor the rum adds to this drink.
patricia @ grab a plate says
Absolute island vibes! This is super-adorable (aptly named) and super-yummy! I can't wait to share this with friends and family all summer (or just enjoy it when I feel I need to be on an island)! Great cocktail!
Linda Warren says
Yep, that's my excuse too! When I feel like getting away this is the perfect cocktail to bring on those island vibes.