The Wham Bar, launched by McCowan’s in the early 1980s, became one of the most famous retro sweets in the UK. Known for its chewy, electric pink raspberry flavour and little fizzy sherbet crystals hidden inside, it was a staple in school tuck shops and corner stores. This Wham Bar Martini turns the sweets’ neon colour and tangy fizz into a grown-up showstopper, the kind of drink that delivers both nostalgia and a bold, Instagram-worthy appearance.

• 40ml vodka
• 20ml raspberry liqueur (e.g., Chambord)
• 20ml fresh lemon juice
• 15ml sugar syrup
• 20ml cranberry juice (for added colour and tartness)
• Crushed Wham Bar pieces, for garnish
• Mini Wham Bar, for decoration
• Ice cubes

Chill a martini or coupe glass.

Lightly crush Wham Bar pieces and set aside for garnish.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.

Add vodka, raspberry liqueur, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and cranberry juice.

Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.

Fine strain into the chilled glass.

Garnish with crushed Wham Bar pieces on the rim and a mini Wham Bar resting across the glass.