Exorcist cocktail carries a name with a clear meaning: a priest who performs an exorcism, and the mysterious blue it pours lives up to that drama, with no documented story pinning down exactly why this drink borrowed the title.
Tequila’s spicy agave character meets curaçao’s sweet orange-peel aroma and lemon’s bright acidity, landing on a complex, polished balance well worth the name’s intrigue.
Pour one tonight, a drink that draws every eye in the room.
Recipe & Method
Ingredients
Recipe no.113
- Tequila — 1 oz (30ml)
- Blue curaçao — 1/2 oz (15ml)
- Lemon juice — 1/2 oz (15ml)
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Method
Chill the glass ahead of time, or fill it with ice and discard the ice and water right before pouring. Do the same with the shaker: fill it with ice, stir well to chill it, then empty out the water.
Add tequila, blue curaçao, lemon juice, and ice to a shaker.
Shake thoroughly, then strain into a glass. It’s ready to serve.
・Technique ｜ Shake
・Glass ｜ Cocktail glass
・ABV ｜ Around 21-22%
・Best Enjoyed ｜ Daytime
Exorcist in Detail
Flavor & Characteristics
Photo | The Exorcist performing an exorcism, illustrative image
Exorcist’s own origin isn’t documented, but the word “exorcist” itself has a clear meaning: a priest, in Christianity and especially the Catholic Church, who performs an exorcism to cast a demon out of someone possessed.
Fittingly mysterious, the glass pours a deep, vivid blue from blue curaçao, carrying real presence at any bar or party. The flavor runs counter to the look: tequila’s spicy agave character meets curaçao’s sweet orange-peel aroma and lemon’s bright acidity, landing on a complex, polished balance well worth the name’s intrigue.
Points, Twists & Best Food Pairings
Food Pairings
- Grilled shrimp skewers — Tequila’s agave spice echoes classic Mexican flavors, while lemon’s acidity cuts cleanly through the shrimp’s richness.
- Blue cheese and crackers — The cheese’s sharp, salty funk plays dramatically against curaçao’s sweetness, a bold pairing for a bold-looking drink.
- Ceviche — The citrus-cured fish mirrors the drink’s own lemon brightness, keeping the pairing light and genuinely refreshing.
Bartender’s Tip
A common mistake is skipping the pre-chill step, which leaves the drink watered-down from melting ice. Always chill the glass and shaker first, then discard any leftover water before adding your ingredients.
Twists
- Smoky Exorcist — Use mezcal instead of tequila for a deeper, smokier backbone beneath the sweetness.
- Spicy Exorcist — Add a thin slice of jalapeño to the shaker for a subtle heat against the citrus and sweetness.
- Frozen Exorcist — Blend with crushed ice for a frozen, slushy version perfect for a hot day.
I’d always shake this one hard and fast, about 10-12 seconds — any longer waters down the citrus, which is exactly what keeps this drink from tasting flat.
Recipe video
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Exorcist Cocktail Recipe: A Bold 3-Ingredient Blue Tequila Sip
Learn the Exorcist cocktail recipe: tequila, blue curaçao, and lemon shaken into a dramatic blue, Margarita-style classic.
タイプ: Cocktail
料理: Mexican
キーワード: Exorcist cocktail, Exorcist cocktail recipe, blue curacao tequila cocktail, blue margarita cocktail, tequila lemon cocktail
レシピー歩留まり: 1 cocktail
準備時間: 2 minutes
所要時間: 2 minutes
レシピー材料:
- Tequila — 1 oz (30ml)
- Blue curaçao — 1/2 oz (15ml)
- Lemon juice — 1/2 oz (15ml)
レシピーの説明:
Prep:
- Chill the glass ahead of time, or fill it with ice and discard the ice and water right before pouring. Do the same with the shaker: fill it with ice, stir well to chill it, then empty out the water.
Combine the ingredients:
- Add tequila, blue curaçao, lemon juice, and ice to a shaker.
Shake:
- Shake thoroughly, then strain into a glass. It's ready to serve.
