How to Create a Mos Eisley Cantina for Your Stellar Star Wars Party

Setting up a Mos Eisley Cantina-inspired drink bar for your Star Wars-themed party is an awesome way to make your celebration super immersive and fun!

1. Design the Space

Choose a designated area for your “Mos Eisley Cantina” drink bar. Decorate the space with Star Wars-themed posters, banners, and string lights to create an atmosphere reminiscent of the iconic cantina from the movies.

2. Atmospheric Lighting

Achieve the cantina’s dim, mysterious vibe with subdued lighting. Use string lights, colored bulbs, or LED strips under furniture to create an otherworldly glow. Lanterns can add a touch of Tatooine’s rustic aesthetic.

3. Set Up the Bar

Arrange a table or cart as your drink bar. Cover it with a dark-colored tablecloth or fabric to enhance the cantina look. Use crates or wooden boxes to elevate the drinks and garnishes, adding to the rustic cantina vibe.

4. Create a Drink Menu

Craft a creative drink menu with various galactic-themed beverages. Give each drink a Star Wars-inspired name and description. Consider serving classic cocktails with a twist, non-alcoholic mocktails, and even some specialty “alien” concoctions. Include an assortment of beverages to cater to all guests. You can serve classic cocktails like “Wookiee Fizz” or “Ewok Elixir” as well as alcoholic options such as “Hoth Toddy” or “Tatooine Sunset”.

Ewok Elixir

• 1 cup Pineapple Juice
• 1/2 cup Coconut Milk
• 1/4 cup Banana Puree (mashed ripe banana)
• 1 tablespoon Honey (adjust to taste)
• Ice cubes
• Ewok-inspired garnishes (optional): Mini marshmallows, gummy bears, or chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine the pineapple juice, coconut milk, and banana puree.
2. Add honey to the blender for sweetness. Adjust the amount of honey according to your taste preference.
3. Add a handful of ice cubes to the blender and blend all the ingredients until smooth and well-mixed.
4. Taste the Ewok Elixir and add more honey if needed.
5. Pour the Ewok Elixir into individual serving glasses.
6. Optionally, garnish the drinks with mini marshmallows, gummy bears, or chocolate chips to give them a touch of the Endor forest charm.
7. Serve the Ewok Elixir chilled and enjoy this tropical and delicious non-alcoholic concoction, perfect for little Ewoks and young Jedi knights!

Wookiee Fizz:

• 1 cup Cranberry Juice
• ½ cup Apple Juice
• ½ cup Ginger Ale (or ginger beer for a spicier version)
• Ice cubes
• Apple slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
2. Combine cranberry juice, apple juice, and ginger ale in the glass.
3. Stir lightly to blend the flavors.
4. Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick to resemble a Wookiee’s belt.
5. Serve this delightful Wookiee Fizz to your little guests!

THoth Toddy:

• 2 oz Whiskey or Bourbon
• 1 tbsp Honey
• 2 tsp Lemon Juice
• 1/4 tsp Blue Curaçao (for a hint of color)
• Hot Water
• Cinnamon Stick and Lemon Slice (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. In a heatproof glass, combine the whiskey, honey, and lemon juice.
2. Add a splash (about 1/4 tsp) of blue curaçao for a subtle, icy hue reminiscent of Hoth’s landscapes.
3. Fill the rest of the glass with hot water, stirring until the honey dissolves fully.
4. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and a lemon slice.
5. Serve hot, offering a warm respite from the cold, much like a cozy moment on Hoth.

Tatooine Sunset:

• 1 ½ oz Tequila
• ¾ oz Watermelon Schnapps
• ½ oz Lime Juice
• 2 oz Pineapple Juice
• 1 dash of Grenadine
• Ice cubes
• Pineapple slice and maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions:

1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
2. Add tequila, watermelon schnapps, lime juice, and pineapple juice to the shaker.
3. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.
4. Add a dash of grenadine to create a sunset effect.
5. Garnish with a pineapple slice and a maraschino cherry on a cocktail pick.
6. Serve and enjoy this refreshing Tatooine-inspired drink!

5. Garnishes and Decorations

Set out various garnishes and decorations to enhance the galactic feel of the drinks. Use colored sugar or edible glitter to create a “space dust” effect for the drink rims. Add Star Wars-themed swizzle sticks, cocktail umbrellas, or drink stirrers for an extra touch.

6. Themed Glassware

Serve the drinks in unique and thematic glassware. Look for glasses or mugs with Star Wars logos, characters, or spaceship designs. Alternatively, you can create DIY glass markers with small Star Wars figurines or stickers to identify each guest’s drink.

7. Cantina Music

Play Star Wars-inspired music in the background to complete the “Mos Eisley Cantina” atmosphere. Choose the iconic cantina theme or other favorite Star Wars tunes to set the mood.

8. Character Cameos

Consider having guests dress up as Star Wars characters to make appearances at the “Mos Eisley Cantina” drink bar. Having a friendly bartender in costume will add an extra layer of excitement to the experience.

9. Drink Tokens or Coasters

Create special drink tokens or coasters with Star Wars designs to use as currency at the drink bar. Guests can exchange these tokens for their chosen beverages, adding to the immersive experience.

10. Disposable Cutlery

To spice up your Mos Eisley Cantina party setup, try incorporating Star Wars-themed disposable cutlery. These aren’t just for eating; use them to kick off drinking games! Each utensil featuring a famous line from the saga can be a game prompt, adding a fun and interactive element to your gathering. Plus, they perfectly complement the Cantina’s quirky vibe.

11. Enjoy the Cantina Experience

Finally, invite your guests to the “Mos Eisley Cantina” drink bar and let them indulge in the galactic-themed beverages and fun. Encourage everyone to interact, take pictures, and savor the unique atmosphere you’ve created for your Star Wars-themed party.

May the Force be with you as you enjoy the festivities!