Cutwater Blue Hawaiian: what it is and where to look

Cutwater Blue Hawaiian is a ready-to-drink cocktail from Cutwater Spirits, and the way to see what Cutwater CBC Liquors has in stock right now is the Cutwater brand page. If the one you want is not showing there, call the shop at 142 Littleton Rd in Westford before you make the trip.

What is Cutwater Blue Hawaiian?

A Blue Hawaiian is a tropical cocktail built on rum, pineapple, coconut and blue curaçao, which gives it a bright blue color. Cutwater packages cocktails like it in a can, so there is nothing to measure, shake or garnish.

If you have had one at a beach bar, the canned version is meant to give you the same idea: fruity, sweet and cold. Serve it over ice or straight from the fridge.

As with any canned cocktail, check the label for the exact spirit, strength and flavors before you buy.

Where do I check if CBC Liquors has it?

Start with the Cutwater brand page. It lists the Cutwater products the shop carries, with the store's own best sellers first, and it reflects what is in stock today.

Stock on specialty cans can change from week to week. If the Blue Hawaiian is not on the brand page when you look, the safest move is to call the shop and ask whether it can be found or ordered.

The shop is open Sunday 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

What Cutwater cocktails are in stock at CBC Liquors?

The brand page shows the full run, and a few of the cans you can look at directly are the CUTWATER Mango Margarita, the CUTWATER Vodka Mule, the CUTWATER Lemondrop Martini and the CUTWATER Espresso Martini.

There is also the CUTWATER Chocolate Espresso and the CUTWATER Red, White & Blue Cocktail Pack, which is a good pick if you want a mix of cans for a gathering and a bit of blue in the lineup.

What if I want something close to a Blue Hawaiian?

If you want the tropical, fruity side of a Blue Hawaiian, the Mango Margarita is the nearest in spirit among the Cutwater cans listed above. It leans on fruit and citrus rather than pineapple and coconut, but it fits the same warm-weather mood.

If you would rather skip the can and mix your own, a Blue Hawaiian needs rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice and cream of coconut. The shop has rum and mixers to build one, and liqueur for the curaçao.

For other canned options, browse the ready-to-drink section.

How do I serve a canned cocktail well?

Chill the can well ahead of time. Pour it over a glass of ice if you like, and add a lime wedge or a pineapple slice for a tropical drink.

Keep the cans cold until you are ready to open them, and drink responsibly. Canned cocktails are real alcohol, so read the label for strength and pace yourself.

Can I get Cutwater by pickup or delivery?

CBC Liquors offers pickup and delivery along with walking in, and it also ships. Pickup hours match the store hours. Delivery runs Sunday 10:00 AM to 7:30 PM, Monday through Thursday 10:00 AM to 8:30 PM, and Friday and Saturday 10:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

If you are outside Westford, the shop also serves towns such as Chelmsford, Acton, Littleton and Lowell. The delivery areas page shows the full list.

You must be 21 or older to buy and receive alcohol.

Is it worth calling before I drive over?

Yes, if you are after one specific flavor. The shop carries 4,559 products across 1,880 brands, so inventory moves, and a quick call will tell you whether a particular can is on the shelf.

The shop has a 4.7 out of 5 Google rating from 339 reviews, and staff can point you to similar cans if the one you want is out.