Fireworks in a Cup

A “Fireworks in a Cup” recipe sounds like a fun, visually striking drink! You can make a non-alcoholic version or a boozy one. Here’s a quick guide for both:

Non-Alcoholic Fireworks in a Cup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup of lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7-Up)

• 1/4 cup grenadine syrup

• 1/4 cup blue sports drink (like Powerade or Gatorade)

• Ice

• Rainbow-colored popping candy (like Pop Rocks)

• Lemon slices (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the cup: Fill a tall glass or cup with ice.

2. Add lemon-lime soda: Pour the soda in first for a base.

3. Add the blue drink: Slowly pour the blue sports drink into the cup. It will sink to the bottom, creating a layered effect.

4. Add the grenadine: Pour the grenadine slowly along the side of the glass so it sinks to the bottom, giving you a three-layered look.

5. Add the popping candy: Just before serving, sprinkle the popping candy on top of the drink. The candy will create a fun “fireworks” effect when it hits the liquid!

6. Garnish: Optionally, add a lemon slice to the edge of the cup for a nice touch.

Boozy Fireworks in a Cup

Ingredients:

• 1/2 oz vodka or rum

• 1/4 oz blue curaçao

• 1/4 oz grenadine

• 1 cup lemon-lime soda or club soda

• Ice

• Popping candy

• Lemon or lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix the alcohol: In a shaker, combine the vodka or rum, blue curaçao, and grenadine. Shake gently.

2. Prepare the cup: Fill a glass with ice and pour the shaken mixture into the glass.

3. Add soda: Top off with lemon-lime soda or club soda.

4. Popping candy: Sprinkle some popping candy on top, and watch it “spark” as it makes the drink come alive.

5. Garnish: Optionally, add a lime or lemon wedge.

This creates a drink that’s both visually stunning and fun to experience! Would you be making this for a special occasion, or just for fun?