International Astronomy Day is an annual event celebrated around the world to promote astronomy and scientific exploration of the universe. It typically takes place twice a year, in the spring and in the fall, on a Saturday close to the first quarter Moon.
The day is intended to increase public awareness about astronomy and space science, and to inspire people of all ages to explore and appreciate the wonders of the universe. It’s an opportunity for amateur and professional astronomers alike to share their passion for astronomy with the general public, and to encourage people to learn more about the science and technology that make space exploration possible.
International Astronomy Day is celebrated in many different ways around the world, including public lectures, planetarium shows, telescope viewing events, and educational programs for children and adults. Many astronomy clubs and organizations also participate in the event by organizing local events and activities to promote astronomy in their communities.
The Dark Side of the Moon
- 2 oz black vodka
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Black sugar (for garnish)
Rim a chilled glass with black sugar. In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, blue curaçao, cranberry juice, and lime juice. Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
The Shooting Star
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- Starfruit slice (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, grapefruit juice, and agave nectar. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a starfruit slice.
The Northern Lights
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz blueberry liqueur
- 1 oz lemonade
- 1 oz club soda
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, blueberry liqueur, and lemonade. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and garnish with a lemon twist.
The Lunar Eclipse
- 2 oz dark rum
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Orange wheel (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the rum, pineapple juice, orange juice, lime juice, and grenadine. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with an orange wheel.
The Eclipse
- 1 oz black vodka
- 1 oz pomegranate liqueur
- 1 oz blue curaçao
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- Edible gold glitter (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, pomegranate liqueur, blue curaçao, and pineapple juice. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a sprinkle of edible gold glitter.
The Comet
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz honey syrup
- 1/2 oz crème de cassis
- Edible silver stars (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the gin, lemon juice, honey syrup, and crème de cassis. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a sprinkle of edible silver stars.
The Cosmic Dust
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz ginger syrup
- Lemon twist (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the bourbon, grapefruit juice, elderflower liqueur, and ginger syrup. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lemon twist.
The Meteor Shower
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz prickly pear syrup
- 1/2 oz Aperol
- Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, prickly pear syrup, and Aperol. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a sprig of fresh basil leaves.
The Milky Way Martini
- 2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz white chocolate liqueur
- 1 oz half and half
- Chocolate syrup and silver sanding sugar (for garnish)
Rim a chilled martini glass with chocolate syrup and silver sanding sugar. In a shaker with ice, combine the vodka, white chocolate liqueur, and half and half. Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
The Solar Flare
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- 1 dash hot sauce
- Lime wheel (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, pineapple juice, agave nectar, and hot sauce. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a lime wheel.
The Red Giant
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup
- 1/4 oz grenadine
- Orange twist (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, honey syrup, and grenadine. Shake well and strain into a chilled glass. Garnish with an orange twist.
The Andromeda
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz blueberry syrup
- 1/2 oz triple sec
- Fresh blueberries (for garnish)
In a shaker with ice, combine the gin, lime juice, blueberry syrup, and triple sec. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with fresh blueberries.