How to make a Blue Hawaii Cocktail - Harry Yee's original recipe | BAR TALK & COCKTAILS

[@yeezysoyt3877]

I love the fact that you have the history behind every cocktail.:)

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks, it’s what sets my channel apart from other cocktail channels. Thanks for watching!

[@kimwilliford6303]

you are so welcome, Bruce I love ya man ha

[@toffsy1969]

It's a saturday evening, I'm drinking Blue Hawaii with my husband and listening to your stories... perfect! Thank you, Bruce! Love from Slovenia 💙💜

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Sounds wonderful! Cheers to you both!

[@joshuaharville5901]

This video only has about 1,500 views and that breaks my heart. Bruce is the best.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I know right, tell your friends and spread the good word. Ha

[@vigopudzmis5845]

I love this chanel. Love the history about the drinks and Charisma of the bartender 👌

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks Vigo!

[@LiaCooper]

Harry Yee's classic version of this drink is by far my favorite cocktail. sometime's i'll switch things up (coconut rum is one of my favorite subs) but i always come back to the original. thanks for the recipe and history!

[@boozeontherocks]

The Blue Hawaii is so darn tasty!!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Can’t go wrong, that’s for sure 😋

[@afritsasori69]

Loved that you talk about the history. Thank you. A new sub.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for subscribing! Keep checking back, lots more on the way.

[@afritsasori69]

@@BarTalkCocktails of course I will. I’ve seen other of your videos and all are great.

[@LanceRoopchand01]

Bruce I dont know what's more captivating, your stories or the Drinks ..haha, great charisma and energy. .👍

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks Lance!

[@kimwilliford6303]

❤ Bruce, I love the music you put in your videos. ❤

[@MrLuckyAndrew]

Such a great channel. We just got back from Waikiki and loved the blue Hawaii cocktail and we wanted to make it at home. I’m so glad we stumbled across your channel, it’s just pure enjoyment learning and mixing with you. Thank you 🙏

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thank you for the lovely comment! Cheers

[@calinutza33]

Yes , more blue please ! Thank you. !

[@janinebrittanica4314]

I love your channel, just subscribed, you are a wonderful gentleman and your format and charisma is very pleasant.

[@shanemcneese5086]

I enjoy your videos. History, spirits, and fun ... what a great way to learn.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks William for watching and commenting. There's so much history behind alcohol and cocktails and I'm happy to pass it on.

[@PhysicsPhD]

Where has Bruce been all my life!?!?! I love the background ALMOST as much as I loved the drink! I have to drink at this guy's bar.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Hey! I’ve been around 😎 Thanks for subscribing and commenting. If you liked this episode check out the Tropical Itch and Hot Buttered Rum episodes. They tie into Harry Yee as well. Keep checking back lots more on the way! Cheers!

[@liberatomauriziosantavener8333]

BRUCE IS A VERY GEORGEUSB BOY THANK YOU THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CHANNEL BAR IN THE WEB..

[@BarTalkCocktails]

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[@princeyoung5656]

I love the history lesson 👌 new subscriber

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for subscribing, enjoy the channel.

[@Tazcorky1965]

I came looking for a recipe, and I found a channel to subscribe to. What fun! Thank you!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thank you for watching. The Tropical Itch episode and Buttered Rum episode also talk about Harry Yee, check them out. Cheers!

[@m-uly1372]

That’s good stuff Harry thanks

[@larryhyde6395]

Thanks Bruce and production crew - one of the most entertaining KZbin channels I have ever seen! More tropical/Tiki recipes please.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks, we love what we do.

[@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits]

What a phenomenal video!!! I love your style, music, education of the drink and the creator, and the pictures of the hotel!! Love your video tricks over the mixing of the drink! I shall try this drink when I can get the ingredients. The sour mix - can that be made from scratch? What would you suggest. I truly enjoyed this video. Blessings.

[@eliseocuevas7142]

Thanks for the response ,I'll look forward to see if one day you can show us how to make it ,in the mean time I'll look forward to seeing your videos

[@willyg842]

I’m a Martini fan, but this is the most entertaining and informative channel I’ve ever seen!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks Willy. I have a Martini episode as well you can check out. Cheers

[@bradrio2826]

thank you for showing the original method!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for tuning in Brad. Cheers

[@chriss1757]

I was born in the wrong time period, because I LOVE Tiki drinks! The Blue Hawaii is one of my all-time favorites!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

You can’t go wrong with this one. Cheers

[@bonehead0816]

I love the information you provide on various liqueurs when you use them, i just want to add something about the curacao though, only one brand (senior curacao) is actually still made on curacao and using the laraha orange. all others do not use the laraha orange from the island of curacao, and are all made using other oranges or artificial flavoring. its hard to find but if you can get ahold of it, the senior curacao is absolutely fantastic.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I didn't know that about Senior Curacao. It sounds like an iconic liqueur that I need to try. Just one more thing to add to my list of alcohol essentials. Ha... I find the Liquor Control Board here where I live really fixed on what it chooses to bring into the country. There are so many great products out there that I just can't get my hands on. Personally, as far as Bols Blue Curacao is concerned, I am not a huge fan. It's too sweet and definitely has an artificial taste. But, the colour is fantastic. I guess that's why I use it even though it's laced with horrible blue dye. For me, it almost ranks up there with how much I love Peach Schnapps. If you follow my show, you know what I mean. Thanks so much for sharing. Cheers!

[@garlicgirl3149]

Is that the actual name?

[@Dr.Ratio69]

The greenish blue are the mud line between shore to the ocean🌊

[@Dr.Ratio69]

Oh, I love Tis channel.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks!

[@maribelruizalonzo2757]

I love it, hahaha, so practical not shaking😀😀 my favorite drink, I'll do it. Thanks a lot.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Cheers!

[@lrvogt1257]

Made something like that the other day without knowing the name. 2 Flor de Caña-4 white Rum, 1 Dry Curaçao, 3 Pineapple juice, .5 Lime juice. Delicious and refreshing. I had pineapple juice where the pulp settled out so it was pretty clear. And then I strained it.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Sounds divine.

[@goblinb]

I figured out a way to keep it more blue. When pineapple juice sits for a while it separates into a deep yellow, cloudy portion on the bottom and a clear, light yellow portion on top. I use the clear, light-colored portion in a Blue Hawaii. The drink definitely comes out more blue, turquoise to be exact. I also prefer this shaken.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for the tip!

[@goblinb]

You're welcome!

[@viohleta]

Your such a joy to listen to

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Ah shucks ☺️ ... thanks for watching and writing in. Cheers!

[@PlutoniumPanda]

How do you only have 10K subs! Your videos are amazing, subbed!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I know right. It’s been a slow a crawl but I’ll get there someday ha. Tell your friends!

[@meurangachinthaka8501]

Excellent

[@VICmAN88]

I tried to make this tonight for the first time, I'm really amateur. Most of my family gave me a thumbs up only one person told me they liked it but that it tasted too sour? So any advice on what to alter to pull that back, all I could think of was less sour mix but idk if will alter it too much? Thank you for your videos :) cheers

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Using less sweet and sour mix will help with the sour tang. You could also increase the blue curaçao for additional sweetness. Just keep experimenting. You'll find the right combination of ingredients to suit your guests' palate. Cheers!

[@VICmAN88]

@@BarTalkCocktails thank you do much I will definitely try you're advice and thank you for the content, as an amateur it helps to have you explain each drink at a leisurely pace that I can follow along with :) cheers!!🤙

[@mynhiensstorage7836]

Thank you so much for your video

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thank you for tuning in!

[@davidnjara]

What a nice presentation, man!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for watching and commenting. Happy new year, cheers!

[@TruongDaoMB]

You are a true master

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks I try!

[@hiswifehisbabyjbabyj7088]

That looks great love the blue

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Give it a try, it’s a good one!

[@murallod]

what are your thoughts of using a clarified pineapple juice to make the drink less green?

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I never gave it much thought, but now you've piqued my curiosity. I think you're on to something here. I'll let you know. Thanks for the suggestion. Cheers!

[@adambromley6972]

Is any of the music in the videos on KZbin? Specifically the Hawaiian guitar sounding one in this vid

[@BarTalkCocktails]

That Hawaiian music is stock music from a stock music service. If you're looking for Hawaiian music search for Hawaiian Steel Guitar. There's lots of good stuff out there.

[@adambromley6972]

@@BarTalkCocktails Thanks I will do. Love the sound and always looking for some more stuff to add to my music collection. It reminds of of spongebob or Santo and Johnny, even a guitarist I know named dick dale invented “surf” guitar, not sure how into the genre you are but that tropical feeling is never a bad one. If you wanted to check any out I’d recommend Sleepwalk by Santo and Johnny if you don’t already know it of course.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

@@adambromley6972 Yeah, we just lost Dick Dale last year. He was 81. He certainly was a big influence on many guitarists. And the song Sleepwalk, I forgot about that one. I remember hearing it when I was a kid. Everybody and their brother has covered it but, the original is still pretty sweet.

[@bendakstarkiller1270]

Awesome recipe and it doesn't demand hard to get ingredients. Some bartenders do not realize that outside of the US it is not as easy to get, for a reasonable price and in regular shops, certain spirits. Thanks Bruce and keep 'em coming!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

You got it, keep checking back because there’s lots more on the way.

[@TheOriginalMarimoChan]

Wish I got to meet the legend Harry Yee before he passed away.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Me too! I keep in touch with his daughter, she’s a wonderful person.

[@skeetersaurus6249]

Now, I'm old enough (sadly) that during my military time (IN Hawaii, I might add) that I happened to ENCOUNTER Harry Yee at the end of his career...and LOVED the ever-popular Blue Hawaiian...but when I drank the ones that HE MADE, they were over LARGE cubes, mixed in a pitcher, minimal (if any) orange juice/fruit juice, and they were VERY CLEAR...translucent...and tasted VERY MUCH like the blue 'icey push-up treats' that kids enjoy in the summer...in fact, other than the blatant RUM taste, they could double for that blue icey kid's treat! The ones HE MADE were rum-based...and was why I'd go to the Hawaiian Village for his when off-duty...because everyone else's tasted like PAINT THINNER (I despise most vodka drinks...except for Spicy Bloody Mary's).

[@skeetersaurus6249]

By the way...for ANYONE who likes a Screwdriver, try a 'Rum Sunset'...it's basically a Rum-based Screwdriver with 2-tbsp's of Grenadine added...AMAZING IMPROVEMENT on the Screwdriver!!!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

A nice personal piece of info there Skeeter. Thanks for sharing. I would like to visit Hawaii one day. Spicy Bloody Mary's are tasty. Bloody Caesars are very tasty too. Actually, May 14th was National Caesar Day here in Canada. Cheers!

[@stephane.foisy.186]

Bruce when is the Naughty Hula or Scratch Me Lani making their debut? Great drink and video. Love the history and decor!!!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Time will tell... Harry Yee's daughter, Marilyn, is working on tracking down her father's original recipes. Keep your fingers crossed. Cheers!

[@stephane.foisy.186]

@@BarTalkCocktails well with the drewry sunless wet winter we have been having a nice sunshine in a glass would be perfect!!! I'm making a shopping list for the Easter Island cocktail you made.

[@darrenmaybee9639]

Nice one Bruce 😃

[@dewey24]

amazing as usual Brucester!!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

+Boston Strong Harry Yee's daughter reached out to me via my Facebook page. Harry is still alive and doing well. Can you believe that! I'll be paying tribute to him in an episode airing September for his birthday. How cool is that!?

[@dewey24]

BarTalk&Cocktails that's awesome! I actually went to high school in Hawaii. on Oahu, 82-84. Now, I'm in Wisconsin. What was I thinking?? :)

[@johnolmos8670]

Did Harry make a book on his method and recipes?Im curious because I bought books from Don the beach comber and Trader Vic and wanted to really get my Tiki knowledge down

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Sorry, Harry never made a book of his cocktail recipes, at least to my knowledge. However, you will find a few of his recipes in some cocktail books. Most of his work is lost to history. I am in touch with Harry's daughter, Marilyn. She has been working on retrieving some of Harry's long lost recipes. Places, people, recipes, all that sort of thing. At 101 years old, Harry has a lot of remembering to do. This could take a little while. Cheers!

[@johnolmos8670]

BarTalk&Cocktails thanks!Keep us posted.Its a big part of history and we all appreciate the work you do!

[@dylannolan7454]

My bar does a martini riff on this, we swap vodka for all rum. I always disliked Curacao just because I find the color off-putting, but it does make a tasty drink.

[@dylannolan7454]

If I have someone who tells me they want something sweet and summery I point them in that direction and they always enjoy it. Usually results in someone else at the table ordering one.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I know exactly what you're talking about. Once you serve one, there's always someone else at the table that wants one too... and then a third person. I sometimes wish they would order them all at once. It would make the job easier. Cheers, Dylan.

[@iobeausipip]

That intro.. im dying.. 🤣

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for watching, cheers!

[@MrDanielEarle]

I bought my first bottle of Blue Curacao because of this video

[@BarTalkCocktails]

It’s not my favourite stuff as I have an old palate but once and awhile it sure does hit the spot. Did you try this recipe? Cheers and thanks for watching!

[@MrDanielEarle]

BarTalk&Cocktails i did, wife loved it. Thanks for the video!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

That’s what I like to hear! Cheers to you and the Mrs.

[@LarsVanNistelrooij]

3:49 I’m a beginning bartender and I am very curious about how you’ve measured this without a jigger

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I’ve been a bartender for 40 years. Practice makes perfect. Cheers.

[@cherylcharming]

FYI - Harry Yee turns 100 years old on September 26, 2018. There will be a celebration for him at the Hilton Hawaiian Village.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Yes I know. Check out the Tropical Itch episode- there’s more on Harry in that episode. Thanks for watching!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Also The Hot Buttered Rum is another Harry episode!

[@eliseocuevas7142]

Hey love to see your videos ,but hey have you ever come across a drink called...the old timer and if you have can you make a video on how to make one ,some body told me about it ,that is a very tasty drink ,but haven't found anything on it ??thanks in advance.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

There are a few versions of the Old Timer Cocktail. Often made with rye or bourbon whiskey, it's sometimes made with brandy too. They all have completely different taste profiles. I'll have to put it on my to-do list. Thanks for the suggestion. Cheers!

[@Lillipod1]

Looks lovely :)

[@Lillipod1]

I just bought a pineapple for Christmas.

[@Lillipod1]

Aloha!

[@Wisdom-Nuggets-Tid-Bits]

I put an oz of Blue Carosa to make it a little bluer.

[@FrangoCarbonizado]

Porque o coktaIl é verde se chama blue hawaii?

[@darrenmaybee9639]

so whats this weeks drink 😃😃😃 might have to have another blue hawaii tonight

[@BarTalkCocktails]

+Darren Maybee The Blue Hawaii is always a good choice! There'll be a new episode airing mid-week and it'll be candy-licious 😋

[@darrenmaybee9639]

+BarTalk&Cocktails nice one 😃 I have a good suggestion for a video... I cant find orgeat syrup anywhere.... Is it easily made?

[@BarTalkCocktails]

+Darren Maybee I always buy it on line. My favourite brand is Small Hand Foods out of California - www.smallhandfoods.com Another one from Oregon is B.G. Reynolds. It's also hand crafted but I don't like it as much as Small Hand Foods. I'll get back to you on making it from scratch. I don't have a recipe off hand but I'll look for one and can totally make it in a future episode :) Cheers and thanks for continuing to tune in!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Thanks for the suggestion! Stay tuned for a diy orgeat syrup episode airing this week.

[@Tbear91]

video started playing in the background I tought it was a calm Jim Lahey at first 😥

[@BarTalkCocktails]

I can see the resemblance. RIP Mr. Lahey 😞

[@angelaobrien8792]

I'm not going to drink that anymore. I took a few sips and got drunk really fast

[@BarTalkCocktails]

You say that like it's a bad thing, ha! You can always cut down on the booze and make it more to your liking.

[@astrobattery7967]

Lit

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Sure is.

[@cooraski]

Noice!

[@nancynguyen1665]

How do i make to non alcohol?

[@BarTalkCocktails]

That's a tough one. Without alcohol the Blue Hawaii is simply pineapple juice and sweet and sour mix. You could try making my Blueberry Lavender Syrup. That would turn it blue but your drink wouldn't taste like a Blue Hawaii. Another thought is to add some butterfly pea flower powder. It's a natural food coloring.

[@shirls02f52]

Looks great 🍹🍹🍹

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Tastes great too! Make one.

[@adubs6646]

Great vid I’m just hoping that was an artificial orchid🙂

[@BarTalkCocktails]

You bet it was! Ha. Thanks for watching!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Check out the Tropical Itch and Hot Buttered Rum episodes- they tie into Harry Yee as well.

[@katualfaro5811]

I wasn’t one of each drink you make!!!

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Try them at home, they won’t disappoint.

[@rsloar1092]

He's like the Stan Lee of alcohol.

[@BarTalkCocktails]

Haha love that.

[@rsloar1092]

Thank you! I am a new subscriber and love the stories behind the drinks. I'm actually getting ready to do a ladies night for my wife and her friends. So Of what I've watched so far, I'm going Blue Hawaii for the main beverage. We usually do just a large container of one type of mixed drink and it seems appropriate for summer so here goes! Cheers!