A mesmerizing mix of gin, tonic, and blue curaçao, the Eternal Luminescence uses a splash of tonic water for a soft glow under blacklight and citrus flavors to balance the drink’s bold color. This cocktail offers an intriguing visual experience with a smooth, refreshing taste.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ oz gin
- ½ oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz tonic water (for glow effect)
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Edible shimmer or luster dust (for added glow)
- Garnish: lemon twist or edible flower
Directions
- Mix Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, blue curaçao, tonic water, and fresh lemon juice with ice.
- Shake Well: Shake for about 10-15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the drink into a chilled martini glass or highball glass with fresh ice.
- Add Shimmer and Garnish: If using edible shimmer, sprinkle a small pinch into the glass and gently stir. Garnish with a lemon twist or edible flower.
- Glow in Blacklight: For a mesmerizing effect, serve under blacklight to enjoy the soft glow created by the tonic water.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Tips
- Mocktail Version: Replace gin with tonic water or club soda and add a splash of lemonade or butterfly pea flower tea for color.
- Additional Glow: Add a bit of quinine powder if you want a stronger glow (always use food-grade sources).
The Eternal Luminescence will captivate with its beauty and unique flavors, making it an unforgettable addition to your drink lineup. Enjoy the radiant magic in every sip!
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Eternal Luminescence Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The Eternal Luminescence Cocktail is a vibrant, sparkling drink with a blend of citrus, floral notes, and a hint of sweetness. Its magical glow comes from edible shimmer powder, making it a show-stopping drink for special occasions or nights when you want a bit of extra sparkle. This cocktail combines gin with elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of tonic, bringing a refreshing balance that’s both visually stunning and delicious.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz tonic water (or club soda for less sweetness)
- A pinch of edible shimmer powder (for a glowing effect)
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slice or edible flower, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour in the gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake well for about 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Add the tonic water or club soda, and gently stir to combine.
- Sprinkle a pinch of edible shimmer powder on top and gently stir to create the glowing effect.
- Garnish with a lemon slice or an edible flower for an extra touch of elegance.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the luminescent glow!
Notes
- Edible shimmer powder is available at most baking or specialty stores and is safe for consumption.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.
- For a mocktail version, replace the gin and elderflower liqueur with elderflower tonic or sparkling lemonade.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg