The Galaxy Cocktail combines fruity flavors with a mesmerizing, galaxy-inspired appearance, featuring shades of purple, blue, and shimmering silver. It’s a visually captivating drink that tastes as good as it looks!
Ingredients
- 1 oz gin (or vodka, if preferred)
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz tonic water (for a fizzy effect)
- Edible glitter (silver or holographic, food-safe)
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnish: blackberries or a twist of lemon peel
Directions
- Prepare the Glass: Add a small pinch of edible glitter to the bottom of a glass (this will help create the shimmery galaxy effect).
- Mix the Base: In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, blue curaçao, and cranberry juice with ice. Shake well until chilled.
- Layer the Drink: Slowly strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the edible glitter, letting the colors swirl together.
- Add the Tonic Water: Top with tonic water for a slight fizz and to intensify the colors. Stir gently to see the glitter and colors create a galaxy-like effect.
- Garnish: Add a blackberry or a twist of lemon peel for a finishing touch.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 cocktail
Tips
- Use Different Colors: Adjust the amount of cranberry juice to create deeper purples, or use a bit of grenadine for more reds.
- Mocktail Version: Replace gin with sparkling water or lemonade, and keep the blue curaçao for color.
This Galaxy Cocktail is not only fun to make but also a celestial experience to drink—cheers to the stars!
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Galaxy Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Drink
- Method: Mixed Drink
- Cuisine: American-inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The Galaxy Cocktail is a mesmerizing, layered drink that captures the colors of the cosmos with shades of blue, purple, and pink. This drink combines fruit flavors with a splash of citrus, making it as delicious as it is beautiful. It’s a great addition to any themed event or simply for a night when you want to sip something unique.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz grenadine
- 2 oz lemonade
- 1/2 oz cranberry juice
- Ice cubes
- Edible glitter (optional, for added sparkle)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass
Add ice cubes to a tall glass. If using edible glitter, add a pinch to the bottom of the glass for a shimmering effect. - Layer the Cocktail
Pour the blue curaçao over the ice. Slowly add the lemonade, letting it gently layer over the blue curaçao. - Add Grenadine and Cranberry Juice
Carefully pour the grenadine down the side of the glass; it will sink to the bottom, creating a red-to-blue gradient. Then add the cranberry juice for a hint of pink and purple hues. - Add Vodka
Pour the vodka on top to blend gently with the other colors. - Stir and Serve
Give the cocktail a gentle stir if desired, allowing the colors to swirl slightly without fully mixing. Enjoy your Galaxy Cocktail!
Notes
- For Extra Sparkle: Add edible glitter to give your drink a sparkling, starry effect.
- Mocktail Option: Replace the vodka and blue curaçao with blue raspberry-flavored sparkling water for a non-alcoholic version.
- Serving Suggestion: Use a clear, tall glass to showcase the layered effect.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg