Craving a cocktail with a little bite and a whole lot of tropical flair? The Outback Steakhouse Aussie JAWSsie Cocktail is the fan-favorite blue and red drink that brings a splash of fun (and a shark-size wow factor!) with every sip. With its mesmerizing ocean-blue hue, sweet citrusy punch, and dramatic grenadine ‘shark attack,’ it’s no wonder this restaurant cocktail makes waves every time it’s served.
Thanks to this easy copycat recipe, you can now enjoy the vibrant colors and bold raspberry-citrus flavor of the Aussie JAWSsie Cocktail right at home. Whether you’re hosting a summer party or just want a restaurant-style happy hour, this fun and refreshing drink delivers that Aussie Outback bar experience in your own kitchen. Explore more drinks and treats on our site, and read on for the exact steps!
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How to make Aussie JAWSsie Cocktail
This copycat method makes it easy to recreate the magic of Outback’s Aussie JAWSsie, complete with its signature color layers and sweet-tart flavor. Raspberry vodka teams up with blue curaçao, lemon-lime and pineapple juice, plus that famous ‘shark bite’ grenadine finale for a jaw-dropping effect. Learn the tricks below, and have fun serving this drink with the dramatic grenadine pour right at the table!
Nutrition facts
This cocktail hits all the sweet spots—tart citrus, tropical pineapple, berry vodka, and blue curaçao. Each serving contains roughly 220 calories, offers a moderate sugar kick, and is best enjoyed responsibly. The Aussie JAWSsie contains about 10% ABV per serving. Enjoy it as an occasional treat alongside light bites or seafood mains.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz raspberry vodka — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- 0.5 oz blue curaçao — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- 1 oz lemon-lime juice — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- 1 oz pineapple juice — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- 0.5 oz grenadine — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- Ice — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- Pineapple or lemon wedge (for garnish) — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
- Cocktail cherry (optional) — 🛒 Buy on Amazon
Tools you’ll need
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or shot glass (for precise measurements)
- Strainer
- Highball or large cocktail glass
- Bar spoon (for layering/grenadine effect)
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare: Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice cubes.
- Add Spirits & Juices: Pour raspberry vodka, blue curaçao, lemon-lime juice, and pineapple juice into the shaker.
- Shake: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Shark Bite Effect: Slowly pour grenadine over the back of a bar spoon so it sinks and creates a ‘bleeding’ effect through the blue drink.
- Garnish (Optional): Add a lemon or pineapple wedge and a cocktail cherry for extra flair.
What to serve with
Drinks
- Keep the ocean theme going with a Blue Lagoon or fruity mocktails for designated drivers.
Sides
- Pair it with Outback-style Bloomin’ Onion, coconut shrimp, or crispy potato wedges.
- Seafood platters or grilled chicken wings make for a delicious match.
Variations
- Substitute orange vodka for raspberry if you prefer a citrus spin.
- Swap pineapple juice for passion fruit or mango for a tropical twist.
- Make it a mocktail: Replace vodka and curaçao with blue sports drink and raspberry syrup.
- Add a splash of club soda for fizzy refreshment.
Ingredient Substitutes
- Raspberry Vodka
- Substitute with regular vodka + splash raspberry syrup
- Use citrus vodka for a brighter flavor
- Blue Curaçao
- Use blue sports drink or blue raspberry syrup (non-alcoholic)
- Try triple sec + blue food coloring as a last resort
- Grenadine
- Pomegranate juice concentrate
- Cranberry syrup
- Lemon-Lime Juice
- Fresh lemon and lime juice (50/50)
- Lemon-lime soda (reduce sweetness elsewhere)
- Pineapple Juice
- Passion fruit juice
- Orange juice
- Pineapple Wedge (garnish)
- Lemon wedge
- Orange slice
Ingredients
1.5 oz raspberry vodka
0.5 oz blue curaçao
1 oz lemon-lime juice
1 oz pineapple juice
0.5 oz grenadine
Ice
Pineapple or lemon wedge (for garnish)
Cocktail cherry (optional)
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add raspberry vodka, blue curaçao, lemon-lime juice, and pineapple juice.
Shake vigorously for about 20 seconds.
Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
Slowly pour grenadine over the back of a spoon to create the 'shark attack' effect.
Garnish with a wedge of pineapple or lemon and a cocktail cherry if desired. Serve immediately.
