Signature Cocktails & Recipes Inspired by Stardust Ranch

After a day of connecting with your team or treasure hunting through antiques, the Stardust Ranch atmosphere invites you to unwind, connect, and sip on something special. These signature cocktails are crafted to capture the spirit of the ranch, and each drink is as unique as the land, designed to add a little sparkle, fun, and a whole lot of flavor to your experience.

The Urbane Cowboy
Lavender lemonade vodka twist
This refreshing drink is simple yet sophisticated, perfect for enjoying in the Texas heat.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vodka
• 1 oz lavender lemonade (or simple lemonade with lavender syrup)
• Fresh lavender sprig for garnish
• Lemon twist

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka and lavender lemonade.
3. Shake well and strain into a highball glass.
4. Garnish with a fresh sprig of lavender and serve with a twist of lemon.
   

Bloody Mary Extreme
The ultimate loaded brunch cocktail
For the bold at heart, the Bloody Mary Extreme is a cocktail like no other; loaded with all the fixings, from bacon and pickles to a slice of cheeseburger, this drink takes brunch to the next level.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz vodka
• 4 oz tomato juice
• 1 oz lemon juice
• 2 dashes hot sauce
• 1 tbsp horseradish
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• Celery salt and black pepper to taste
• Garnishes: cooked bacon, mini cheeseburger, pickles, olives, and a lime wedge

Instructions:

1. In a shaker, combine vodka, tomato juice, lemon juice, hot sauce, horseradish, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings.
2. Shake gently to combine, then pour into a tall glass filled with ice.
3. Garnish with a skewer of mini cheeseburger, bacon, pickles, olives, and a lime wedge. Enjoy the extreme experience!
   

Stargazer
Lavender gin fizz with shimmering magic
Infused with lavender and a sparkling touch of shimmer, this cocktail is both whimsical and delicious, a drink that captures the beauty of the stars above.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz lavender gin (or gin with lavender syrup)
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz simple syrup
• Club soda
• Edible glitter or shimmering liquor
• Lemon twist

Instructions:

1. Add lavender gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a shaker with ice.
2. Shake vigorously and strain into a glass filled with ice.
3. Top with club soda and add a sprinkle of edible glitter or shimmering liquor for a starlit sparkle.
4. Serve with a twist of lemon.
   

Shooting Star Spritz
A light, effervescent spritz with a splash of elderflower or lychee
This cocktail is a burst of bubbly refreshment. The elderflower or lychee adds a sweet, floral note, making it the perfect drink for a warm Texas evening as the stars begin to twinkle.

Ingredients:

• 3 oz Prosecco
• 1 oz elderflower liqueur (or lychee liqueur)
• Splash of club soda
• Garnish: mint sprig or edible flower

Instructions:

1. In a wine glass, add elderflower liqueur and a splash of club soda
2. Top with Prosecco and gently stir to combine.
3. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or an edible flower for a pop of color.
   

Neon Cowboy
Electric blue meets classic cowboy spirit
A vibrant, electric blue cocktail that brings a fun twist to your evening. With the boldness of Curacao and the refreshing taste of vodka, this one’s sure to light up the night.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz vodka
• 1 oz blue Curacao
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• Splash of club soda
• Garnish: lime wheel or orange twist

Instructions:

1. Combine vodka, blue Curacao, and lime juice in a shaker with ice.
2. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice.
3. Top with a splash of club soda and garnish with a lime wheel or orange twist.
   

Moonrise Margarita
Classic margarita with a prickly pear twist
A perfect blend of classic and unique, the Moonrise Margarita is a refreshing twist on the traditional margarita, infused with the sweet flavor of prickly pear. Ideal for sipping as the sun sets over the ranch.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz tequila
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz prickly pear syrup
• Salt or Tajín for rimming the glass
• Garnish: lime wedge and prickly pear slice

Instructions:

1. Rim the glass with salt or Tajín for a zesty kick.
2. In a shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, and prickly pear syrup with ice.
   Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
3. Garnish with a lime wedge and a slice of prickly pear for a colorful touch.
   

Each of these signature cocktails offers a taste of Stardust Ranch. From celebrating under the stars to enjoying a quiet moment in the serene landscape, every sip captures the magic of this place. 

Cheers to unforgettable moments, great company, and the unique spirit of this retreat!