Starry Pepsi Den Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base & Mixer
Citrus & Brighteners
Starry Glitter & Aroma
Optional Spirit (for an adult version)
Ice
Method
Prep
- 1
Chill glass
Place a highball glass or Collins glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to chill while you prepare ingredients.
- 2
Measure shimmer
Measure 1/8 tsp edible silver luster dust (or a small pinch of edible glitter) and set aside in a small dish. If using powdered luster dust, keep it dry until ready to add.
Mixing
- 3
Build citrus base
In a mixing glass or small pitcher, combine 0.5 fl oz fresh lime juice, 0.25 fl oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.25 fl oz simple syrup. Stir briefly (5–10 seconds) to combine.
- 4
Add spirit (optional)
If making the adult version, add 1.5 fl oz light rum or vodka to the citrus mixture and stir once to combine.
- 5
Add Pepsi
Remove chilled glass from the freezer. Add 6 large ice cubes to the glass. Pour the citrus (and spirit, if using) mixture over the ice. Slowly pour 12 fl oz Pepsi into the glass, aiming for a gentle pour down the side to preserve carbonation. Leave about 1/2 in (approx 1.25 cm) of headroom.
- 6
Top with sparkle
Gently top with 2 fl oz club soda to lift the shimmer and add light effervescence.
- 7
Incorporate edible glitter
Sprinkle the measured 1/8 tsp edible silver luster dust into the surface of the drink. Allow it to settle briefly, then give one very gentle stir (1–2 revolutions with a bar spoon) to create a slow, swirling 'starry' effect. Avoid vigorous stirring to keep the shimmer suspended and the carbonation intact.
Garnish & Serve
- 8
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately with a straw or short stirring stick and advise the guest to gently swirl before sipping to enjoy the shifting glitter and layered flavors.