History & Heritage
“Inspired by Douglas Adams' novel, which hails it as 'the best drink in existence' and describes its effect as 'like having your brains smashed out by a slice of lemon wrapped round a large gold brick.'”
Ingredients
Quality ingredients make all the difference. Each component plays a crucial role.
2 oz
3 whole
1 whole
1 dash
Method
Technique transforms ingredients into something extraordinary.
Take the juice from one bottle of the Ol' Janx Spirit.
Pour into it one measure of water from the seas of Santraginus V.
Allow three cubes of Arcturan Mega-gin to melt into the mixture.
Allow four liters of Fallian marsh gas to bubble through it.
Over the back of a silver spoon float a measure of Qualactin Hypermint extract.
Drop in the tooth of an Algolian Suntiger.
Sprinkle Zamphuor.
Add an olive.
Drink... but very carefully.
Flavor Journey
Every great cocktail tells a story through its flavors. Here's the sensory experience you can expect.
Sweet
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Master's Tips
Professional insights to elevate your craft
Chill all cosmic spirits to reduce improbable evaporation
Add Fallian marsh gas last to keep the bubbles lively
Handle any dry ice garnish with tongs and gloves
Don't Panic if it starts to glow
Variations & Riffs
Classic cocktails inspire countless variations. Here are some popular riffs on the Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster.
Earth-Friendly Spec
Translates the impossible ingredients into a real-world cocktail, inspired by Cocktail Chemistry's interpretation.
Changes
Dry Ice Serve
Cocktail Chemistry suggests dropping a small pellet of dry ice for a swirling, smoky effect.
Changes
Clarified Citrus
Replace lemon juice with clarified lemon for a crystal-clear presentation, another tip from Cocktail Chemistry.
Changes
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