{"id":2923,"date":"2022-09-02T13:30:55","date_gmt":"2022-09-02T17:30:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/?p=2923"},"modified":"2025-06-06T07:10:45","modified_gmt":"2025-06-06T11:10:45","slug":"how-to-make-cocktails-sparkle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/learn\/how-to-make-cocktails-sparkle\/","title":{"rendered":"Shimmering Sensations: How to Make Cocktails Sparkle"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sometimes all you need is a <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">glittery drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, a disco ball, great tunes, and a dance floor. If you\u2019re planning a celebration that calls for <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shimmery cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, you\u2019re at the right party.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Learn <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">how to make cocktails sparkle<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and the different drinks you can mix up at home. We suggest making these for a dazzling New Year&#8217;s Eve party or any special event that calls for a little glitz and glamor.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What are sparkly cocktails?<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2926 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"A sparkling cocktail with effervescent bubbles, highlighting tips on making cocktails sparkle.\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_01_Canva_-ARTKucherenko.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sparkly cocktails are exactly what they say they are: drinks that sparkle. While they\u2019re perfect for glitzy celebrations, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shimmery cocktails <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">can also add a touch of magic to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/trends\/halloween-cocktails\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Halloween parties<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/witches-brew-cocktail\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Witches Brew Cocktail<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> or add extra festive vibes to classic Christmas cocktails.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What you\u2019ll need to make a cocktail sparkle<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2928 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Small jars of edible glitter powder for sparkly cocktails\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-cocktails-sparkle_06_Canva_Alla-Simacheva.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shimmery cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> can be made in different ways using different ingredients. These are our top two:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Edible \/ Cocktail glitter:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Choose this to make drinks really sparkle! This is probably the most obvious choice. Available in different colours, adding edible glitter is tasteless so it won\u2019t ruin the flavor of your drink. You can also find variations of edible or cocktail glitter that uses natural ingredients (like fruit and veg) to add color to the glitter. Shop around and see which brand you like best.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Luster dust:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Choose this to add some shimmer and shine. Luster dust is a powder used in baking and candy decorating. It\u2019s available in tons of varieties that all produce different effects so make sure you know what you\u2019re buying. The most common are the original luster dust, available in a rainbow of colors. Then you get petal dust, which produces deep colors with a matte finish. Next up is pearl dust, which as the name suggests, creates a pearl-like translucent shimmer. If you mix this with petal dust you can add color and shine to your favorite drinks. One heads up on the luster dust situation though: Make sure you add it to your cocktail last minute and serve immediately. Your <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sparkly drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> will turn lack-lustre in no time (or after about 20 minutes).\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to mix glitter to your cocktails<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2929 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Blue, red and white shimmering martinis \" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_03_Canva_Ekaterina-84.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Adding glitter to your cocktail is simple\u2013especially once you know what you\u2019re actually doing. The amount of glitter you\u2019ll need will depend on the effect you\u2019re trying to create. And <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">that <\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">depends on two things:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The amount of sugar in the cocktail \u2013 the more sugar there is in the drink the more glittery it will become.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The color of the cocktail: If it\u2019s a clear cocktail, it\u2019s pretty easy to add any colored glitter. If the cocktail is already colored, say for instance with bourbon, then you\u2019ll want to choose an edible glitter cocktail that will complement the drinks original color.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Here\u2019s <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">how to make cocktails sparkle<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with cocktail glitter:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The first and most obvious step is to decide on the cocktail you\u2019re making.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shake it in: If you want to add some sparkle to a Cosmopolitan or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/recipes\/pornstar-martini\/\">Pornstar Martini<\/a>, add some cocktail glitter to the shaker with the rest of the ingredients.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stir it in: If you\u2019re making a cocktail that calls for stirring, add the glitter after you\u2019ve built the drink, and then stir it in. You\u2019ll notice that the glitter fades after a while, but it comes back to life every time you stir it. For the ultimate surprise, let your guests discover their <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">sparkly drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and serve the cocktail unstirred with swizzle sticks for easy stirring. They\u2019ll be delighted! And, on that note, serve your <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">glittery drink<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> with swizzle stick.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to serve sparkly drinks<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2924 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Orange cocktail in an Old Fashioned glass garnished with a sparkler\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-Make-Cocktails-Sparkle_Featured-Image_Canva_NatashaBreen.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">They\u2019re already shining, but make your <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">shimmery cocktails<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> absolute showstoppers with these nifty tricks:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Colored sugar or salt rims: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This will work well in any cocktail recipe that has a salted or sugared rim. You can easily make your own colored sugar or salt. Add the sugar (or coarse salt) to a jar. Add two drops of food coloring. Pop on the lid and shake like your life depends on it and until the color has blended in evenly. Pour out onto a flat surface and leave to air-dry for about 20 minutes before using it.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Sparklers: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Secure a sparkler to the cocktail glass either by skewering it through a garnish item (like a strawberry) or by placing it inside the drink if possible. If you can, try finding the smaller versions, specially made for cakes and cocktails.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Glitter garnishes: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Skewer some berries or cherries onto a cocktail stick. Sprinkle over edible glitter and decorate your cocktail with these show-stopping sparkling garnishes.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Sparkly cocktail ideas<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2930 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-1024x512.jpg\" alt=\"Shimmering Cosmopolitan cocktail\" width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-1024x512.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-768x384.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-1536x768.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-1480x740.jpg 1480w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty-760x380.jpg 760w, https:\/\/www.themixer.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/09\/277.-How-to-make-Cocktails-Sparkle_04_Canva_Svetlana-Cherruty.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 532px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can add sparkle to just about any cocktail! These are a few of our faves, but we beg you to play with different ideas.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Glitter Cosmo:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Pour vodka, lime juice, orange liqueur, cranberry juice and a pinch of luster dust or edible glitter into an ice-filled cocktail shaker. Shake for about 30 seconds and strain into a chilled glass.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sparkly Blue Martini:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> Make this blue cocktail shine by adding a small pinch blue luster dust to the cocktail. 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