Drunk & Sparkly® Cocktail Recipes
Dehydrated citrus garnish has become a mainstay in the world of mixology, adding aesthetic appeal to cocktails and enhancing their flavor profiles. These Recipes will help you make the must of our Dehydrated Fruit Garnish!
Cranberry Gin Smash
Ingredients:
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2 oz gin
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1 oz cranberry juice
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1/2 oz fresh lime juice
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1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
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4-6 fresh cranberries
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4-6 fresh sprigs of rosemary
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Drunk & Sparkly® Orange Slices
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Ice
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Soda water (club soda) for topping off
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Lime wheel or cranberries for garnish
Instructions:
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Start by chilling your glass. Place it in the freezer for a few minutes, or fill it with ice and water to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
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In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh cranberries. Muddle them gently to release their flavors.
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Add the gin, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
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Fill the shaker with ice. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously to chill the mixture for 10-15 seconds.
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Discard the ice from the chilled glass and strain the cocktail into it.
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Top off the glass with soda water (club soda) to your desired level of dilution. You can add more or less depending on your taste.
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Garnish your Cranberry Gin Smash with the Orange wheel, a few cranberries, and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup, and you can also experiment with different types of gin to find your preferred flavor profile. Cheers!
Manhattan with Notes of Orange
Ingredients:
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2 oz of rye whiskey
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1 oz of sweet vermouth
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2 dashes of Angostura bitters
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Ice cubes
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Drunk & Sparkly® Dehydrated Orange slice for flavor and garnishment
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Optional Star Anise for flavor and garnishment
Gather all your ingredients and chill your glass in the freezer for a few minutes to achieve the perfect temperature. Take a mixing glass and fill it halfway with ice cubes, ensuring a refreshing and cooling base for your cocktail. Slowly pour the whiskey, vermouth, and bitters over the ice, allowing the flavors to meld harmoniously. Stir the mixture vigorously for approximately 30 seconds to chill the drink. Using a strainer, pour the mixture into your chilled cocktail glass and top with a Drunk & Sparkly® Dehydrated Orange Slice, ensuring a smooth and refined presentation.
Enjoy the refreshing and balanced flavors of your Manhattan cocktail, accentuated by the unique, tangy twist
of the Dehydrated Orange slice!
Lavender Lemon Drop Martini
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1 teaspoon culinary lavender buds, fresh or dried
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1 tablespoon simple syrup
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2 ounces lemon vodka
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1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
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Ice
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Lavender sprig, for garnish
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Drunk & Sparkly Dehydrated Lemon
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To rim the glass: 1 tablespoon lemon zest mixed in with 2 tablespoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon culinary lavender herb ground well.
Gather your zesty ingredients and shake the vodka, simple syrup, and lemon juice over ice.
Strain your Lemon Drop into beautiful stemware rimmed with the sugar recipe above. Add vibrant Drunk & Sparkly® Dehydrated Lemon and fresh lavender before serving. Enjoy the tango of tastes in your mouth and the visual feast of this cocktail.
Hosting? Whip up a big batch ahead of time for easy refills. Keep extra ingredients handy in case you need to rustle up more.
Sparkling Citrus Rosé Granita
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½ cup water
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¼ cup sugar
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1 star anise pod
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2 cups Brut Rosé (Sparkling Rosé or Prosecco Rosé)
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¾ cup fresh citrus juice (orange, lemon, or grapefruit)
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Your Favorite Drunk & Sparkly® Dehydrated Fruit Garnish
Let's get this party started! In a small saucepan, combine star anise, sugar, and water over medium heat. Bring to a boil while whisking intermittently to incorporate the sugar.
Next, simmer over reduced heat for ten more minutes. Remove the star anise and transfer the liquid to a large bowl you can freeze.
Add your favorite bottle of Brut Rosé (or Sparkly Rose) and the citrus juice to the bowl and pop it into the freezer!
Freeze for 5-6 hours, stirring occasionally, so your creation transforms into a frozen delight! Scoop the Rosé Granita into fancy coupe glasses and add your favorite Drunk & Sparkly® Fruit Garnish. Cheers!
