Barsys
The Azure Tide
About
The Azure Tide is built for clarity. Visually striking but flavor-forward, this mocktail leans into contrast - sweetness balanced by bitterness, color balanced by restraint. Blue curaçao syrup gives the drink its vivid teal hue and soft orange sweetness, while fresh grapefruit juice brings structure and a gently bitter edge that keeps everything grounded. A touch of lemon sharpens the finish, ensuring the drink stays crisp rather than candy-like.
Served straight up in a chilled coupe, The Azure Tide feels clean and composed. It’s not meant to be playful or indulgent - it’s designed to refresh the senses and reset your palate. Light, cooling, and precise, this is the kind of drink that feels instantly calming without fading into the background. One sip in, and things feel clearer already.
Shaken or Stirred? Shaken. The shake chills hard and tightens the citrus balance.
What You'll Need
For one Azure Tide Cocktail:
- 1 oz blue curaçao syrup
- 2 oz grapefruit juice
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
Optional garnish: Orange slice
Pro tip: Use chilled grapefruit juice to keep the drink sharp and refreshing.
How to Make It
Prep time: 2 minutes
Skill level: Easy
- Add blue curaçao syrup, grapefruit juice, and lemon juice to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
- Garnish with an orange slice.
Using Barsys?
Barsys Coaster 2.0 Cocktail Maker Combo is ideal for this shaken mocktail. Load the syrup and citrus juices, let the Coaster guide precise pours, then shake and strain. The result is consistent balance and clean texture every time.
For the full recipe, download the Barsys App.
Tasting Notes
The Barsys Edge
With sweet syrup and bitter citrus sharing the spotlight, small ratio shifts can throw the drink off quickly. Barsys keeps everything measured, so the drink stays cooling and balanced instead of sharp or sugary.
Sip Setting
Perfect between cocktails, during long gatherings, or anytime you want something visually striking but mentally calming.
Garnish Game
A simple orange slice adds aroma and warmth against the cool blue tone. Keep it minimal — the color already does the heavy lifting.
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FAQs
Is this drink sweet?
It’s balanced - gently sweet with a bitter citrus backbone.
Can I make it less sweet?
Reduce the blue curaçao slightly and let grapefruit lead.
Can I batch this drink?
Yes. Batch and shake individual servings.
Is this alcohol-free?
Yes - completely non-alcoholic.
Can I serve it on ice?
You can, but it’s designed to be enjoyed straight up.