

Chapter 1
Neon and shadows
Chapter 2
Fog, rain, and smog
Chapter 3
Cybernetic upgrades
Chapter 4
The retro-future bar
YOUR GOAL
Master of Neon mocktails of the anime underground
Ch 4 · The retro-future bar

choko Directional freezing removes trapped air and impurities, producing perfectly transparent ice that glows like crystal.

choko The sleek android stands behind a dark wooden counter serving retro-futuristic drinks.

BETA
choko Layer glowing ingredients to master the molecular mixology of futuristic anime mocktails.
Fun Fact
Clear ice secret: Clear ice melts much slower than cloudy ice because it lacks trapped air pockets, which speed up melting.
Glossary
bar (noun)
An establishment where drinks and sometimes food are served to customers. The recipe reimagines Harukiya, the gritty, neon-lit Tokyo hangout featured in the 1988 anime film Akira.
An establishment where drinks and sometimes food are served to customers. The recipe reimagines Harukiya, the gritty, neon-lit Tokyo hangout featured in the 1988 anime film Akira.

choko Low-temperature dehydration concentrates colors and sugars in fruit slices, creating stained-glass-like garnishes.
Quiz
At what temperature are citrus wheels typically dehydrated to preserve their vibrant color?
