Ingredients

1.5 oz coconut rum
1 oz blue curaçao
0.5 oz lemon juice
1 oz pineapple juice
1 oz tonic water (for glow effect under blacklight)
Ice cubes
Edible luster dust (optional, for shimmer)
Garnish: rock candy stick, starfruit slice, or gummy sea creatures

Optional Add-ins:

0.5 oz simple syrup (if you prefer it sweeter)
A splash of soda water (for more fizz)
Blue raspberry syrup (for deeper color)
Coconut cream (for a creamy twist)

Instructions

Preparation Chill and shimmer

Step 1: Chill your glass
Place a martini glass or coupe in the freezer for 5–10 minutes. A frosted glass enhances presentation and keeps your drink extra cool.

Step 2: Add shimmer (optional)
In your cocktail shaker, add a small pinch (about 1/8 tsp) of edible luster dust. This gives the drink a magical, swirling sparkle when shaken.

Mix the magic

Step 3: Add your ingredients
Into a cocktail shaker, pour 1.5 oz coconut rum, 1 oz blue curaçao, 0.5 oz lemon juice, 1 oz pineapple juice, and 1 oz tonic water. Add ice cubes.

Step 4: Shake it up
Shake well for about 15 seconds. This combines the ingredients while infusing the shimmer and chilling the mixture evenly.

Strain and garnish

Step 5: Strain into glass
Strain the mixture into your chilled glass. You’ll see the shimmer effect swirl throughout the drink, especially if light hits it just right.

Step 6: Garnish like a mermaid
Add a rock candy stick for a crystal sea vibe, a starfruit slice for a tropical twist, or a gummy sea creature for playful presentation. You can even float edible glitter or use a seashell cocktail pick for flair.

Notes

Tonic water is what makes the drink glow under blacklight—thanks to the quinine it contains.
Blue curaçao gives the drink its vibrant color and citrus kick—use the non-alcoholic version if needed.
Luster dust is optional, but gives the drink a beautiful mermaid tail swish effect.
Always use food-grade shimmer dust specifically made for consumption.
Chill all ingredients before mixing to reduce dilution from the ice.

Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 0 min

Nutrition

Calories: 190
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14 g
Protein: 0g