Some ideas feel like fate. Cosmic Dust is one of those.

Before I get into how this zodiac-inspired cocktail enhancer came to be, let me rewind a little. Back in 2020—ironically, the Year of the Ox. We started Ox Mocktails as a passion project. I’m a chef by trade, and during the long, uncertain months of that year, I found myself experimenting with cocktail bases, syrups, and infused ingredients to elevate the non-alcoholic options we offered at my job. I wanted mocktails to feel just as exciting and intentional as a crafted cocktail—something you could sip and savor with pride.

That passion turned into Ox Mocktails, my first venture into beverage-focused products rooted in flavor, presentation, and a love for entertaining. But I wasn’t doing it alone. Audrey, my partner in life and in business, was there from the very beginning.

Together, we’ve built Cosmic Dust—a natural evolution of the world we’ve been creating since day one. Audrey has been involved in every part of the process: brainstorming names, testing blends, refining packaging, and helping bring the full vision to life. Her eye for detail, her creativity, and her unwavering belief in this brand have been essential to every milestone we’ve reached. She’s not just behind the scenes—she’s in it, fully, heart and soul.

Fast forward to now, and Cosmic Dust is officially real. We created a collection of elemental, zodiac-inspired cocktail dusts that bring magic to every glass. Each flavor was crafted with intention, using a chef’s approach to balance and boldness, paired with a playful storytelling vibe that keeps things fun.

The four elemental blends include:

• Fire – Blazing Blood Orange & Chili Sugar

• Earth – Butterfly Pea Flower & Hibiscus

• Air – Celestial Honey Ginger

• Water – Dark Chocolate & Smoked Salt

Each one can be used as a rim or stirred into a cocktail or mocktail, and every resealable bag includes a cheeky horoscope card inside—because who doesn’t love a little guidance from the universe?

Launching a product from scratch has been wild: sourcing ingredients, working with designers, navigating packaging logistics, and figuring out production. But we’ve done it, and we’re incredibly proud of what we’ve created.

Cosmic Dust is more than just a cocktail garnish. It’s a vibe. A story. A spark. And hopefully, a new favorite in your drink ritual.

Thank you for being here as we launch this new chapter—and cheers to what’s next.

Stay cosmic,

Rich & Audrey

Founders, Ox Mocktails & Cosmic Dust