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Skylab

A retro space-age cocktail named after NASA's first space station. Apricot brandy, vodka, light rum, blue curaçao, orange and pineapple juice. Tropical, fruity, and bright blue — like a satellite in a glass. A 1970s classic that predates the actual Skylab launch.

Prep5 minutes
Cook0 minutes
Serves1 cocktail

Ingredients

  • 1/3 oz apricot brandy
  • 1/3 oz vodka
  • 1/3 oz light rum
  • 1/3 oz blue curaçao
  • 2/3 oz fresh orange juice
  • 2/3 oz pineapple juice
  • Maraschino cherry and orange slice for garnish

Instructions

  1. 1. Fill a wine glass or highball with ice.
  2. 2. Add apricot brandy, vodka, blue curaçao, light rum, orange juice, and pineapple juice.
  3. 3. Stir gently to combine.
  4. 4. Garnish with a maraschino cherry and orange slice.
  5. 5. Serve cold.
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