Aurora Elixir

Aurora Elixir

A visually striking cocktail that embodies the ethereal beauty of the northern lights, using seasonal ingredients to create a drink that is both beautiful and emotionally evocative.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz elderflower liqueur
  • 1/2 oz blue curaçao
  • 1/2 oz lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup
  • 1/2 oz butterfly pea flower tea
  • Edible glitter (optional)
  • Ice
  • Lemon twist for garnish

Instructions:

  1. In a shaker, combine vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well until chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Slowly pour the blue curaçao over the back of a spoon to create a layer of blue at the bottom of the glass.
  5. Gently pour the butterfly pea flower tea over the drink to create a gradient effect, mimicking the colors of the northern lights.
  6. Add a pinch of edible glitter for a sparkling finish, if desired.
  7. Garnish with a lemon twist and serve immediately.