Fairytale Cocktails

Welcome back, Dragon Riders!

Whether you’re hosting a movie marathon in Berk, planning a themed birthday party, or just looking to sip something fire-breathing fabulous, we’ve got you covered.

These six cocktails (and their kid-friendly mocktail versions) are inspired by the beloved How to Train Your Dragon movies. Expect mythical colors, shimmering toppers, and a splash of Viking flair.

Let the dragons soar—and the drinks pour! 🍹🔥🐲

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1. Night Fury Noir

Inspired by Toothless, this dark and mysterious drink glows with hints of shimmer, just like the elusive Night Fury.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 2 oz black vodka (or regular vodka + black food coloring)
• 1 oz blackberry liqueur
• 1 oz lemon juice
• ½ oz simple syrup
• Edible black glitter
• Garnish: glow-in-the-dark swizzle stick or black rock candy

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 2 oz black vodka, 1 oz blackberry liqueur, 1 oz lemon juice, and ½ oz simple syrup.
3. Shake well until chilled.
4. Strain into a coupe glass.
5. Add a pinch of edible black glitter and gently stir to create a shimmer.
6. Garnish with a glow stick swizzle or black rock candy.

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 4 oz blackberry lemonade
• 1 oz grape juice
• Dash of black food coloring
• Edible glitter
• Garnish: rock candy or dragon-shaped gummy

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2. The Light Fury Sparkle

Elegant and enchanting, this shimmering pink cocktail honors the graceful Light Fury.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 2 oz raspberry vodka
• 1 oz elderflower liqueur
• 2 oz pink lemonade
• Dash of edible pearl glitter
• Garnish: white cotton candy “smoke” on the rim

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 2 oz raspberry vodka, 1 oz elderflower liqueur, and 2 oz pink lemonade.
3. Shake until well combined and cold.
4. Strain into a martini glass.
5. Add a small dash of edible pearl glitter and swirl.
6. Garnish with a tuft of white cotton candy on the rim right before serving.

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 3 oz pink lemonade
• 2 oz lychee juice
• Dash of lemon-lime soda
• Pearl shimmer powder
• Garnish: cotton candy or white rock candy

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3. Hiccup’s Viking Tonic

A bold, herbal drink with an adventurous twist—perfect for the inventive dragon rider himself.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 2 oz gin
• 1 oz honey syrup (honey + hot water)
• ½ oz lemon juice
• 3 dashes of lavender bitters
• Garnish: sprig of rosemary, burned slightly for smoky effect

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water), ½ oz lemon juice, and 3 dashes lavender bitters.
3. Shake until well chilled.
4. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a lightly singed rosemary sprig for a smoky aroma.

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 3 oz lemonade
• 1 oz honey syrup
• Splash of tonic water
• Lavender edible glitter
• Garnish: rosemary sprig or citrus wheel

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4. Astrid’s Battle Brew

Fierce and fruity, Astrid’s drink is strong, bright, and laced with icy coolness—just like her.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 2 oz blueberry vodka
• 1 oz blue curaçao
• ½ oz lime juice
• Splash of lemon-lime soda
• Garnish: sugared rim + frosted blueberries on a sword cocktail pick

Instructions:

1. Rim a glass with sugar and set aside.
2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
3. Add 2 oz blueberry vodka, 1 oz blue curaçao, ½ oz lime juice, and a splash of lemon-lime soda.
4. Shake gently (to keep the soda from fizzing too much).
5. Strain into the prepared glass filled with ice.
6. Garnish with frosted blueberries on a cocktail sword pick.

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 4 oz blue raspberry sports drink
• 1 oz lime juice
• Top with lemon-lime soda
• Garnish: rock candy stick or frozen blueberries

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5. Stormfly’s Citrus Blitz

Zesty and vibrant, this drink is an explosion of citrus and sparkle—an ode to Astrid’s fearsome dragon.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 1 oz triple sec
• 1 oz citrus vodka
• 1 oz orange juice
• ½ oz lime juice
• Sparkling water
• Garnish: orange wheel + dragon wing drink topper

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 1 oz triple sec, 1 oz citrus vodka, 1 oz orange juice, and ½ oz lime juice.
3. Shake until cold.
4. Strain into a highball glass over fresh ice.
5. Top with sparkling water.
6. Garnish with an orange wheel and a paper dragon wing topper.

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 3 oz orange juice
• 1 oz lemon-lime soda
• Splash of club soda
• Garnish: orange slice + paper dragon topper

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6. Dragon’s Fire Elixir

This one’s for the brave! A fiery red drink that’s as bold as a Monstrous Nightmare.

🍸 Adult Version:

• 1.5 oz cinnamon whiskey (like Fireball)
• 1 oz cherry liqueur
• 1 oz cranberry juice
• Dash of red chili tincture (optional)
• Garnish: flaming lime shell or cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add 1.5 oz cinnamon whiskey, 1 oz cherry liqueur, 1 oz cranberry juice, and a dash of red chili tincture (optional).
3. Shake until chilled.
4. Strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice.
5. Garnish with a cinnamon stick

*Optional: Carefully light a lime shell soaked in overproof rum for a dramatic fire effect (adults only, obviously!)

🧃 Mocktail Version:

• 2 oz cherry juice
• 2 oz cranberry juice
• Dash of cinnamon syrup
• Garnish: red licorice stick or dragon flame stirrer

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Final Toast

Whether you’re riding dragons or wrangling little Vikings, these drinks are the perfect way to celebrate the magic and adventure of How to Train Your Dragon. Tag us on Instagram @FairytaleCocktails and use #DragonCocktails if you recreate any of these mythical sips!

Skål! 🍷🐉✨

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