Food and Drink Cocktails + Spirits The Perfect Cocktail for Each Zodiac Sign By Adeline Duff Adeline Duff Instagram Adeline Duff is a writer and editor who specializes in beauty, wellness, and travel. A former Travel + Leisure editor, she discovered her passion for exploring the beauty habits of other cultures while working for the brand. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on December 7, 2019 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas Have you ever wondered why some people gravitate towards, say, a dirty martini over a gin and tonic? Well, it might have more to do with your astrological sign than your taste buds—according to The Mandarin Oriental, at least. The iconic hotel group’s Las Vegas location launched an annual Zodiac Cocktail program, which delivers mouth-watering concoctions inspired by the current sign of the Zodiac. "The program is based on capturing the seasonal offerings during the Zodiac cycle to surprise our guests with unique cocktails,” says Michael LaPenna, the hotel’s Property Mixologist. “With the ever-growing responsiveness of cocktail programs in today’s society, consumers are seeking relatable and personalized services. Our Zodiac program brings the personalized service feel, with the uniqueness of a craft cocktail program.” Perhaps the best part of the program is that the property will be serving a Zodiac Cocktail free of charge to each patron who presents proof of his or her birthdate, given that it falls within the proper cycle. But even if you’re not headed to Sin City anytime soon, you too can impress your friends (or just treat yo’ self) with a Zodiac-themed cocktail. For your entertaining purposes, we’ve included the recipes to each cocktail, ahead. 01 of 12 Aquarius – Lovers Potion Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “An Aquarius loves to have a sense of independence. In 'Lovers Potion', we combined the independent, distinctive flavors of passion fruit and pumpkin to make a delicious cocktail.” Ingredients 1.5 oz passion fruit puree 1 oz pumpkin juice infused with pepper .5 oz POM juice .75 oz cranberry/cinnamon syrup 2 oz pear green tea Mint sprigPassion fruit caviar pearls How-To Combine all ingredients in a glassTop with elderflower tonicGarnish with passion fruit caviar pearls & mint sprig 02 of 12 Pisces – Royal Flush Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Pisces have a wild imagination and great artistic ability. We used our imagination to design a refreshing cocktail, using unique flavors.” Ingredients 6 raspberries3⁄4 oz simple syrup1⁄4 oz Chambord1 oz Hendrick’s1⁄2 oz Lillet Blanc1⁄2 oz Lillet Rouge-1⁄2 oz fresh lemon juiceDash egg whites How-To Combine ingredients and shake wellServe up in a martini glassGarnish with a mint leaf 03 of 12 Aries – Herbaceous Monk Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Aries, as the first astrological sign, desires to lead the way for others. The essence of this cocktail is led by a velvety texture and subtle bitterness with a bold finish.” Ingredients 1 oz Leopold's Navy strength gin1⁄2 oz Green Chartreuse1⁄2 oz Luxardo Cherry Liqueur3⁄4 oz sage & honey syrup3⁄4 oz lemon juiceEgg whitesDash of Bittercube Bolivar BittersLemon twist to garnishLoose leaf tea (preferably rose petal or chamomile buds) for garnish How-To Combine all ingredients in a glassGarnish with lemon twist and loose leaf tea (rose petals and chamomile buds) 04 of 12 Taurus – Brazilian Delight Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “A Taurus is focused and stable. The components in the ‘Brazilian Delight’ cocktail encompass the best of everything by using the finest ingredients.” Ingredients 3 large basil leaves1 1⁄2 oz Grey Goose Le Melon vodka1⁄4 oz green chartreuse1⁄2 oz passion fruit puree1⁄2 oz lime juice3⁄4 oz simple syrup1⁄2 oz egg whites How-To Combine all ingredients, except the basil leafShake and double strain into a martini glassAdd basil leaf as a garnish 05 of 12 Gemini – Werly Cup Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas "A Gemini tends to have a sense of duality to their nature. Like the Gemini’s personality, the joining of sweet and sour, the simple syrup and lemon juice, creates a sense of duality in the cocktail. This cocktail was also named after our flirty and charismatic Executive Chef David Werly." Ingredients 1 cubed strawberry1 slice cucumber1 orange slice2 oz Pimm’s1 oz Lemon juice1 oz simple syrupMint sprig for garnish How-To Add ice, lightly shake and dump in tall glassTop with ginger aleGarnish with a mint sprig 06 of 12 Cancer – Pineapple & Ginger Daiquri Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “A Cancer personality is extremely innovative and pays attention to detail. The distinct characteristics of ginger and pineapple in this cocktail provide a harmonious finish.” Ingredients 1 1⁄2 oz Cruzan Spiced Rum3⁄4 oz Domaine de Canton3⁄4 oz pineapple juice3⁄4 oz fresh lime juice3⁄4 oz simple syrup1⁄4 oz Luxardo Maraschino2 dashes Angostura bittersLime twist for garnishLuxardo cherry for garnish How-To Combine ingredients and shake wellServe up in a martini glassGarnish with Luxardo cherry and lime twist 07 of 12 Leo – Ginger Sparkle Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Leos are cheerful, sociable, and full of excitement. We created the ‘Ginger Sparkle’ as the perfect cocktail to match their bubbly personality.” Ingredients 1⁄2 oz. Domain de Canton Ginger Liqueur1 1⁄2 oz. fresh pear puree (Perfect Puree)1⁄2 oz. fresh lemon juice4 oz. Fleuraison Brut ChampagneCandied ginger for garnishLemon twist for garnish How-To Stir over ice and pour into champagne fluteGarnish with candied ginger and lemon twist 08 of 12 Virgo – Pineapple Basil Cocktail Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Virgos are dependable, rational, and work well with others. This cocktail combines flavors that work wonderfully together.” Ingredients 3 basil leaves1 1⁄2 oz Brooklyn Gin1 oz pineapple1⁄2 oz lime1⁄2 oz simple syrupElderflower tonicPineapple leaf for garnish How-To Shake and pour over iceTop with elderflower tonicGarnish with a pineapple leaf 09 of 12 Libra – Lemongrass Mojito Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “A Libra personality enjoys peace, stability and being surrounded by others. We took a classic cocktail and paired it with lemongrass to create a sense of companionship.” Ingredients 2 oz Cuca Fresca Blanco cachaca1 oz lemongrass syrup1 oz lime juiceMint leaves How-To In a mixing glass, add all ingredientsShake lightly and dump in a tall glassTop with soda 10 of 12 Scorpio – Eastern Drop Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Scorpios are resilient, determined, and confident. The 'Eastern Drop' uses strong, bold flavors to appeal to the Scorpio’s personality.” Ingredients 1 1⁄2 oz Belvedere Vodka Citrus1 oz lemongrass simple syrup1⁄2 oz St. Germain Elderflower1⁄2 oz fresh lemon juice1⁄4 oz pineapple juiceDash egg whitesMint leaf for garnish How-To Combine ingredients and shake wellDouble strain up into a martini glassGarnish with a floating mint leaf 11 of 12 Sagittarius – Spiced Apple Fiz Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “A Sagittarius is expressive, focused and free minded. This cocktail uses Daron Calvados, an apple based cognac that is aged freely.” Ingredients Dash peychauds1 oz Sazerac six-year rye1⁄2 oz Daron Calvados1⁄2 oz Benedictine1⁄2 oz lemon juice3⁄4 oz apple juice3⁄4 cinnamon simple syrup1⁄2 oz egg whites1 oz sodaCinnamon stick for garnishOne crab apple for garnish How-To Shake and pour over ice in a tall glassTop with sodaGarnish with a crab apple and cinnamon stick 12 of 12 Capricorn – Robins Hood Courtesy of The Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas “Capricorns are ambitious, well-disciplined, and highly intelligent. In order to appeal to the Capricorn’s personality, we stuck to the beauty of simplicity when creating ‘Robins Hood’, inspired by Walt Disney and his love of scotch.” Ingredients 2 dash peychauds1 dash angostura bitters1 oz apricot infused 10-year Glenmorangie 1 oz Hennessy VSOP1⁄2 Benedictine1⁄2 oz Drambuie1⁄2 oz Antica sweet vermouthDried apricot for garnish How-To Stir cocktail over ice and pour over ice sphereGarnish with a dried apricot Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit