A cocktail as glamorous as your favourite pair of sparkly earrings.
If James Bond had a signature drink for his high-maintenance, high-glam friends (aka us), this would be it. The Diamonds Are Forever cocktail is icy, elegant, and unapologetically extra. It’s the drink you make when you want to feel like you should be sipping it in a penthouse, wearing silk pyjamas and throwing side-eye at anyone who questions your life choices.
What It Tastes Like
Think crisp vodka, a whisper of elderflower, a touch of lemon, and a glittery, bubbly finish that makes you feel like you’re starring in your own luxury jewellery commercial.
💎 Ingredients
Serves 1
- 45ml vodka (the smoother, the better)
- 15ml elderflower liqueur
- 15ml fresh lemon juice
- 10ml simple syrup (optional if you prefer it less sweet)
- Champagne or prosecco to top
- Ice
- Edible silver glitter or shimmer dust (because… diamonds)
- Lemon twist or rock candy stick for garnish
💍 Instructions
- Chill your glass. A coupe or martini glass works best. Pop it in the freezer for a few minutes.
- In a shaker, add vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup (if using).
- Add ice and shake like you’ve just spotted your ex at the bar.
- Strain into your chilled glass.
- Add a pinch of edible glitter—just enough for a subtle shimmer.
- Gently top with champagne or prosecco.
- Garnish with a lemon twist or, for extra drama, a rock candy stick.
💎 Why You’ll Love It
- It’s elegant without being complicated.
- It sparkles (always a win).
- It tastes like classy danger and subtle mischief.
- Perfect for birthdays, New Year’s Eve, girls' nights, or celebrating that you’ve made it through Tuesday.
🥂 Final Sparkle
Serve this at your next gathering and watch your friends say, “OMG what is this?” in unison. Because honestly—diamonds are forever, but so is your cocktail-making reputation after you pour this beauty.