The Sleeping Beauty Cocktail is an enchanting drink with a dreamy blend of flavors and a visually stunning, vibrant color. With a base of berry-flavored liqueur, a hint of floral notes, and a splash of citrus, this cocktail is as captivating as it is delicious. It’s perfect for a whimsical evening or any event needing a touch of fairy-tale magic.
Ingredients
- 1 oz vodka
- 1 oz blue curaçao liqueur
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur (such as St-Germain)
- 2 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- Ice cubes
- Edible glitter or pink sugar (for rim)
- Fresh blueberries and edible flowers (for garnish)
Directions
- Prepare the Glass: Moisten the rim of a martini or coupe glass with lemon juice and dip it in pink sugar or edible glitter for a magical touch.
- Combine Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, add the vodka, blue curaçao, elderflower liqueur, cranberry juice, and lemon juice.
- Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for 10-15 seconds until the mixture is chilled and combined.
- Strain: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
- Garnish: Garnish with fresh blueberries and an edible flower or two for an elegant presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately and watch the enchanting colors of this drink come to life.
Time and Servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 Sleeping Beauty Cocktail
Tips and Variations
- Add a Sparkle: Use edible glitter in the drink itself for a shimmering effect.
- Frozen Option: Blend the ingredients with ice for a frozen version.
- Mocktail Version: Substitute vodka and blue curaçao with blue raspberry syrup and elderflower syrup, along with extra cranberry juice for a non-alcoholic twist.
FAQs
Can I use another fruit garnish?
Yes! Raspberries or blackberries add a nice color contrast and look beautiful in this cocktail.
Is elderflower liqueur essential?
Elderflower liqueur adds a delicate floral note, but you can use a bit of lavender syrup or skip it for a simpler version.
Can I batch this cocktail?
Yes! Multiply the ingredients as needed and mix in a pitcher, but wait to add ice until just before serving.
The Sleeping Beauty Cocktail will add a dash of fairy-tale elegance and whimsy to any occasion. Cheers!
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Sleeping Beauty Cocktail
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
The Sleeping Beauty cocktail is a whimsical and vibrant drink inspired by the Disney princess. This fruity, sparkling cocktail combines raspberry liqueur and vanilla vodka for a sweet, berry-forward flavor with a touch of shimmer for a magical presentation. It’s the perfect drink to enchant your guests at a party or to enjoy as a special treat!
Ingredients
- 1 oz raspberry liqueur (like Chambord)
- 1 oz vanilla vodka
- 4 oz lemon-lime soda (such as Sprite or 7 Up)
- 1/2 tsp edible silver shimmer dust (optional, for a magical effect)
- Maraschino cherries, for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then add raspberry liqueur and vanilla vodka.
- Shake well to chill the ingredients, then pour into a glass filled with ice.
- Top with lemon-lime soda and gently stir.
- (Optional) Sprinkle silver shimmer dust on top for a sparkling effect.
- Garnish with maraschino cherries, ideally on a cocktail pick.
Notes
- For a blue variation inspired by Aurora’s blue dress, use blue curaçao or a splash of blue food coloring.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace the alcohol with raspberry and vanilla syrups, and use sparkling water instead of soda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 343
- Sugar: 64g
- Sodium: 50mg