Chill Your Glass: Place your serving glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes to get that icy cool outer frost—this enhances presentation and keeps the fizz crisp.

Fill the Shaker: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz vodka or gin, 1 oz blue curaçao, ½ oz lemon juice, and ½ oz simple syrup. Add a scoop of ice.

Shake It Up: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds. This not only chills the liquid but slightly aerates it for a silkier sip.

Strain into Glass: Fill your chilled highball or stemmed glass with ice cubes and strain the shaken mixture into the glass.

Add the Fizz: Gently pour 2 oz of club soda or tonic water over the top. This adds effervescence and lightens the drink.

Create the Nebula Swirl: Slowly drizzle ½ oz of cranberry juice into the glass. It will swirl and settle, creating a mesmerizing purple-pink nebula effect against the blue base.

Add Shimmer (Optional): Stir in a pinch of edible glitter for that magical, galaxy-like sparkle.

Garnish & Serve: Top with a lemon wheel on the rim and a fresh mint sprig tucked into the ice. Serve immediately and watch jaws drop.