Step 1: Prepare Your Glass

Chill a highball or stemless wine glass in the freezer for a few minutes to keep the cocktail cool and extend the visual presentation.

Step 2: Add the Grenadine

Pour the ½ oz of grenadine into the bottom of the glass. This will sink to the base, creating the first layer of your “galaxy.”

Step 3: Shake the Mix

In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine:

• 2 oz silver tequila

• 1 oz blue curaçao

• 1 oz lime juice

• ½ oz simple syrup

Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds to blend and chill the ingredients.

Step 4: Layer the Magic

Slowly strain the shaken mix into the glass over the grenadine. This careful pouring helps maintain the gradient look and allows the grenadine to stay near the bottom while the blue and citrus mix hovers above.

Step 5: Add Club Soda

Top the drink with club soda to add bubbles and lift the colors for a galactic shimmer. Do this gently so as not to disturb the layers too much.

Step 6: Garnish & Sparkle

Add a lime wheel to the rim or a rock candy stick for an extra touch of cosmic charm. Optional but highly recommended: sprinkle in edible glitter for a starry sparkle effect that truly brings the galaxy to life.

Step 7: Serve & Sip

Serve immediately with a straw or stir stick if desired. Stirring will blend the layers and change the visual effect, turning it into a swirling nebula of blues and purples.