Aqua Velva

Aqua Velva was a popular, inexpensive aftershave during the 20th century. It was reportedly consumed by sailors during the Second World War due to its alcohol content and relative drinkability – as cheap grooming products go. It’s not known when or where someone decided to create a cocktail in its name, but they concocted an appropriately lowbrow drink which, today, is mainly found atop sticky bars and sometimes garnished with a glowstick.

[short excerpt from Cocktails of the Movies]
 

Recipe

3⁄4 oz / 19 ml vodka
3⁄4 oz/19 ml gin
1⁄2 oz / 12.5 ml blue curaçao
Lemon-limeade, such as 7UP or Sprite