Inspiration strikes in the most unexpected places, and for Disco Lemonade, it began with a traffic jam.

Rush hour is an all day affair lately, as construction on already congested roads reduces three lanes down to a single-file funereal procession. If it’s not raining, or foggy, or dark, and no one has any accidents, we’re talking about an extra 20 minutes to crawl one mile. Mentally prepared or not, it’s a slog. The only thing you can do to stay rage-free is immerse yourself in an audio distraction. For me, that’s one specific alt radio station that usually hits a good blend of new and nostalgic, but sometimes sounds like a broken record.

A Drink Inspired By Driving (Not At The Same Time)

If I had a nickle for every time I was subjected to Marcy Playground’s Sex And Candy in a one week period, maybe I could afford a chauffeur service to save me from this mess. Again and again, I just kept thinking about…

And then there she was, in platform double suede
Yeah, there she was
Like disco lemonade

What’s The Meaning Of Disco Lemonade?

“Disco lemonade” in the context of this song means nothing. There’s no deeper significance beyond sounding cool. Despite how captivating it sounds, only a few ventured to make cocktails based on this passing reference after the fact.

How To Make A Disco Lemonade

Online recipes keep it very simple; generally 3/4 of the glass is filled with regular old lemonade, then topped off with vodka for potency, and often blue curacao for both that alluring color and sweet-tart citrus flavor. That’s all well and good, but how can you possibly have a disco without some sparkle? Edible drink glitter is absolutely essential for crafting a cocktail true to the name, if you ask me. To really highlight that glitz and glamour, sparkling water flavored with lemon helps convey the concept without all the extra sugar, keeping all the whole drink shimmering as it effervesces.

Flavor Variations

There’s more than one way to disco, of course. Blue curacao has a distinctly bitter edge that may be off-putting, so it’s easy to swap that out for less polarizing liqueurs. Here’s your quick swap-out guide:

• Pink Disco Lemonade: Cherry Brandy
• Disco Orangeade: Grand Marnier
• Classic Disco Lemonade: Limoncello
• Disco Appleade: Apple Schnapps

For a simple drink that makes you get up and want to dance, look no further than the previously fictitious Disco Lemonade. Bright, vibrant, and just a bit flamboyant, it’s worth wading through traffic to enjoy back at home.

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Disco Lemonade

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Disco lemonade is a cocktail that'll make you want to get up and dance! Bright, vibrant, and just a bit flamboyant, it's an easy crowd pleaser.

Prep Time 1 minute

Total Time 1 minute

Ingredients

• 2 Ounces Vodka
• 1 Ounce Blue Curacao Liqueur
• 4 Ounces Lemon-Flavored Sparkling Water
• 1/8 Teaspoon Edible Drink Glitter
• Ice, as Needed

Instructions

1. Pour the vodka and blue curacao into a highball glass filled with ice. Top with sparkling water and glitter, stir well, and serve.

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  Bols Blue Curacao
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  Lemon Sparkling Water
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  Food Grade Beverage Glitter

Nutrition Information:

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Serving Size:

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Amount Per Serving: Calories: 279Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 9mgCarbohydrates: 27gFiber: 3gSugar: 16gProtein: 1g

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