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Light from Uncommon StarsRyka Aoki

Science fantasy

Light from Uncommon Stars

by Ryka Aoki

A science fantasy selection chosen to broaden the Book Bartender shelves.

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Manderley Mist + Blackberry Mule

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Spice5 of 5
Suspense4 of 5
Creepy4 of 5
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No surprises at chapter twelve

Content notes

Suicide and suicidal ideation; abuse and transphobia; sexual exploitation/assault themes; violence and death; demonic/supernatural threats; family rejection; romantic/sexual content; trauma.

Alcohol-Free Pour

Manderley Mist

Blackberry and rosemary drift through chilled black tea and soda for a moody, refreshing glass.

What you'll need

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How to mix it

  1. Muddle the blackberries lightly with chilled tea. Add ice, top with soda water, stir gently, and garnish with rosemary.
  2. Garnish: Blackberries and rosemary sprig.
  3. Glassware: Highball glass.
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Cocktail Pour · 21+

Blackberry Mule

For adults of legal drinking age. Please drink responsibly.

A bright, refreshing sip suits a little enchantment and an escape from the everyday.

What you'll need

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How to mix it

  1. Fill a mule mug or highball glass with ice. Add vodka, blackberry syrup, and lime juice; top with ginger beer and stir gently.
  2. Garnish: Blackberries and lime wedge.
  3. Glassware: Mule mug or highball glass.

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