Barrett's Sunset Soirée

Name: Barrett's Sunset Soirée
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 750ml dry gin; 1 liter (strained for pulp) blood orange juice; 500ml aperol; 500ml sparkling water; 250ml (freshly squeezed) lemon juice; 150ml (adjust to taste if less sweetness is desired) simple syrup; 2 (sliced for garnish) oranges; For garnish thyme sprigs; undefined ice cubes

Elegant batch cocktail with citrus and herbal notes

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

Approximately 15% ABV*

Calories

Approximately 250 calories*

Net Carbs

Approximately 18 grams of net carbs*

Ingredients:

AI Request:An original batch cocktail that can be made for a large group, is orange in color, not too sweet and features the last name of a current New York Knick in the drink name

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Dive into the rich, sunset hues of Barrett's Sunset Soirée – an elegant batch cocktail that's perfect for entertaining a large group. With a refreshing balance of citrus and herbal notes, this sophisticated drink is not too sweet and boasts a vibrant orange color. It pays homage to RJ Barrett of the New York Knicks with a play on his last name, evoking the feeling of a chic evening event. Ingredients: - 750ml Dry Gin - 1 liter Fresh Blood Orange Juice (strained for pulp) - 500ml Aperol - 500ml Sparkling Water - 250ml Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed) - 150ml Simple Syrup (adjust to taste if less sweetness is desired) - 2 Oranges (sliced for garnish) - Fresh Thyme Sprigs (for garnish) - Ice cubes Instructions: 1. In a large punch bowl or beverage dispenser, combine the dry gin and Aperol. These spirits set the foundation for the drink with their complementary botanical and bitter orange flavors. 2. Add the fresh blood orange juice to infuse a vibrant orange hue and tangy sweetness. 3. Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, contributing a crisp acidity that keeps the cocktail refreshing. 4. Stir in the simple syrup to balance the tartness; adjust the quantity to suit your preference for sweetness. 5. Gradually add the sparkling water to introduce a subtle effervescence without diluting the robust flavors. 6. Taste the mixture and adjust any of the components to ensure a well-balanced flavor profile. 7. Add a generous amount of ice to chill the mixture – aim to cool the drink without over-diluting it. 8. Garnish with thin orange slices, layering them throughout the bowl or dispenser for a visually appealing effect. 9. Tuck thyme sprigs in between the orange slices for an aromatic touch and a hint of herbal sophistication. 10. Before serving, give the cocktail a gentle stir to ensure the flavors are well-combined. To Serve: Ladle the cocktail into individual highball glasses over ice, ensuring each glass gets a few orange slices and a sprig of thyme from the batch. The highball glass is the perfect vessel to showcase the effervescence and orange color of Barrett's Sunset Soirée while allowing the garnishes to shine. This elegant, crowd-pleasing concoction is an ideal centerpiece for any social gathering, merging the allure of sunset with a toast to one of New York's basketball talents.

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