Star Seeker

A shimmering holiday cocktail celebrating celestial wonder

A celestial-inspired cocktail that captures Sagittarius season's reach toward the infinite through visual drama and refined flavors. The shimmering dust creates an ethereal effect while vodka provides a clean canvas for white cranberry's subtle tartness and rosemary prosecco syrup's herbaceous effervescence. The floating star anise pod adds both aromatic complexity and celestial symbolism. This festive adaptation transforms simple ingredients into liquid starlight perfect for winter celebrations.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz vodka

• 1 oz white cranberry juice

• 0.75 oz rosemary prosecco syrup*

• 2-3 drops edible silver shimmer dust

• Star anise pod for garnish

Rosemary Prosecco Syrup:

• 1 cup prosecco

• 1 cup sugar

• 4 fresh rosemary sprigs

• Reduce prosecco by half, add sugar until dissolved, steep with rosemary 20 minutes, strain and bottle

Instructions

1. Prepare rosemary prosecco syrup: Reduce prosecco by half over low heat, add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add rosemary sprigs, remove from heat, and steep 20 minutes. Strain and bottle.

2. In a champagne flute, add vodka, white cranberry juice, and rosemary prosecco syrup.

3. Add shimmer dust carefully using a dropper or small spoon.

4. Stir gently with bar spoon to distribute shimmer.

5. Float star anise pod on surface.

6. Serve immediately while shimmer is suspended and most dramatic.

Notes

• Rosemary prosecco syrup keeps refrigerated for up to 1 week

• Use only edible-grade shimmer dust designed for beverages

• White cranberry juice provides clarity needed for optimal shimmer effect

• Fresh rosemary essential for syrup - dried herbs won't provide same flavor

• Serve immediately as shimmer settles over time

• The star anise releases subtle licorice notes that complement rosemary's piney character

Pairs well with: Holiday appetizers, oysters, or as a dramatic opening cocktail for winter celebrations and stargazing gatherings.