Cosmic Cocktails Recipe
paired with an assortment of Cosmic Cocktails to sip on as you enjoy the stars.
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Ingredients
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Starlight Spritz (makes 2 servings)
Galaxy Mule (makes 2 servings)
Blackberry Syrup (makes ~120 ml)
Nebula Nightcap (makes 2 servings)
Method
Starlight Spritz (makes 2 servings)
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Mix base
In a cocktail shaker, add 60 ml gin, 30 ml elderflower liqueur, 30 ml fresh lemon juice and 20 ml simple syrup. Add a handful of ice (from the 2 cups listed) and shake vigorously for 8–10 seconds until well chilled.
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Galaxy Mule (makes 2 servings)
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Combine spirits and citrus
In a cocktail shaker (no need for a firm dry shake), add 90 ml vodka, 30 ml Blue Curaçao and 30 ml fresh lime juice. Add a small handful of ice and shake for 6–8 seconds to chill and combine.
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Assemble the mule
Fill the chilled mugs with fresh ice from the reserved ice. Strain the spirit/citrus mixture evenly into the two mugs. Top each mug with 120 ml ginger beer (240 ml total) and stir gently once to marry flavors.
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Blackberry Syrup (makes ~120 ml)
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Cook the syrup
Combine 150 g fresh blackberries, 100 g granulated sugar and 120 ml water in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the berries break down (about 6–8 minutes).
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Strain and cool
Remove from heat and press the fruit through a fine mesh sieve into a heatproof bowl to extract solids and juice; discard seeds and pulp. Let the syrup cool to room temperature, then chill in the fridge. This yields ~120 ml of syrup; use 60 ml for the Nebula Nightcap and reserve the rest for more cocktails or soda.
Nebula Nightcap (makes 2 servings)
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Combine ingredients
In a mixing glass, add 120 ml dark rum, 60 ml chilled blackberry syrup, 30 ml fresh lime juice and 6 dashes of Angostura bitters. Add ice and stir gently for 15–20 seconds to chill and dilute slightly.
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Serve
Discard the chilling ice/water from the glasses and fill with fresh ice. Strain the mixed cocktail evenly into the two glasses. If you prefer a lighter, fizzy finish, top each glass with 30 ml sparkling water (60 ml total).
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Garnish & finish
Thread 6 fresh blackberries on short cocktail picks (or float them) and place one pick per glass. Optionally express a citrus peel over the top for an aromatic hit. Serve immediately.