Julia Trotzki
Oct 24, 2025
Oct 24, 2025, 10:00 AM
Recipes
Glow in the Dark Drinks: TikTok Trend meets Berlin Nightlife
If your drink shines brighter than your smartphone
Have you seen them yet?
These videos on TikTok where drinks glow in the dark as if they were straight out of a science fiction movie? Millions of clicks, shimmering glasses, UV light, colorful colors – and underneath the comments: “How does that work?”
Sure, the trend is spectacular – but honestly? Not everyone has a black light in the kitchen. And not every glowing drink tastes as good as it looks.
That's why we asked ourselves:
How can you bring this glow effect home without a lab or club light – safely, tastefully, and with a real wow moment?
In this article, we show you:
💡 how the glow-in-the-dark trend works,
🍸 which 3 drink ideas you can easily recreate (with or without alcohol),
🔦 and how you can create drinks that really shine with simple tricks – from colorful ingredients to glow sticks from fishing.
And if you prefer to experience it live: In Berlin, group events await where atmosphere, taste, and show are guaranteed to shine – even without UV light.
What is behind the "Glow in the Dark Drink" trend on TikTok?
If you've been on TikTok or Instagram in the last few weeks, you probably haven't missed them:
These glowing cocktails that shimmer blue, green, or pink under black light – often tagged with #GlowDrink or #GlowCocktail.
The effect is not a magic trick: It is created by quinine, the natural bitter substance in Tonic Water. Under UV light, quinine begins to fluoresce – the drink appears as if it has light of its own in the glass. No wonder the trend is going viral right now.
But as spectacular as it looks, it's difficult to replicate at home. You need not only the right light but also the balance – because too much tonic or dye, and your drink tastes more like a chemistry set than a delight.
That's why many bartenders prefer to rely on natural lighting effects in 2025:
Butterfly Pea Tea (blue tea that changes color when{
3 Glow-in-the-Dark Drink Ideas That Shine Without UV Light
Not everyone has a bar with UV light – and honestly, sometimes it’s not even necessary.
With these three recipes, you can mix the glow-in-the-dark trend at home or at your next dinner – completely without artificial additives, but with clever tricks.
💙 1. "Electric Blue Fizz" – radiantly fresh (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
A drink that looks like liquid neon light – and thanks to Butterfly Pea Tea, it glows naturally.
Ingredients:
4 cl gin (or non-alcoholic gin)
3 cl lemon juice
2 cl sugar syrup
4 cl Butterfly Pea Tea (blue tea – turns pink with acidity)
ice cubes
soda water or tonic
How to do it:
Steep Butterfly Pea Tea and let cool.
Shake gin, lemon juice, and syrup, then pour the tea over it.
As the liquids mix, the color changes – from deep blue to violet.
Optional: Attach a glow stick (e.g., from fishing) to the rim of the glass.
💜 2. "Violet Dream Mocktail" – non-alcoholic, shimmering, TikTok-worthy
This drink is the star of any party – shimmering, fruity, and 100% non-alcoholic.
Ingredients:
6 cl grape juice (light or red, depending on the desired effect)
2 cl lime juice
1 tsp edible glitter (e.g., purple or silver, food-safe)
6 cl ginger beer or tonic
ice cubes
How to do it:
Gently stir all ingredients (do not shake – otherwise, it sparkles less).
Fill into a glass with ice.
A small glow stick in the straw or LED coaster provides real glow.
💚 3. "Green Glow Spritz" – for true Berlin vibes
A modern spritz with a green glow effect – inspired by Berlin nightlife.
Fresh, slightly bitter, and perfect for the evening.
Ingredients:
3 cl vermouth (or non-alcoholic aperitif)
2 cl apple-ginger juice
6 cl soda or tonic
splash of lime
ice cubes
a mint leaf or basil
How to do it:
Pour all ingredients over ice, stir lightly.
For the glow effect: wrap a glow stick around the glass stem or activate the LED light in the coaster.
Serve in dim light – the glass looks like it’s from the future.
Real Glow does not come from black light
As cool as the "Glow-in-the-Dark" trend looks – at SAPOORI, we prefer to rely on real brilliance:
good drinks, inspiring people, and unforgettable experiences.
Because what shines on TikTok under UV light is often just pure show.
Our drinks shine differently – through taste, color, creativity, and the experience around it.
🍸 If you're in the mood for real experiences
In Berlin, you can join private cocktail events or mixing experiences with your group starting from 6 people – with atmosphere, music, show, and character.
Here you won't learn how to make drinks shine – but how to make them sparkle.
And if you want to dive deeper:
Our bar school in Frankfurt imparts real mixing know-how – from the craft to edutainment.
In Majorca, you can find seasonal experiences with Mediterranean flair: cocktail & food pairing, kitchen parties, or private mixing sessions by the sea.
Either way:
For us, it's not about UV effects, but about moments that last.
❓FAQ – Short & clear
Does SAPOORI offer glow-in-the-dark courses?
No – we inspire with the trend, showing how you can safely replicate the look at home, but we do not offer UV courses.
Are glow sticks or LEDs safe in drinks?
Yes, as long as they are not opened or added to the drink. It's best to attach them to the outside of the glass or use them in a coaster.
Can you participate alcohol-free?
Always. Our events and recipes always offer non-alcoholic alternatives.
How many people are needed for events in Berlin?
From 6 people – ideal for companies, birthdays, or private groups.
💬 Conclusion
Trends come and go – but taste remains.
And no matter if you're in Berlin, Frankfurt, or Majorca:
If you love drinks that make an impression – without artificial glow –
then you'll find exactly what truly matters at SAPOORI.
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