Cherry Blossom Cloud

Description: The Cherry Blossom Cloud is a sophisticated and visually stunning cocktail that marries the delicate flavors of cherry and lemon with a frothy, luxurious texture. This drink is a sensory delight, offering a balance of tartness and sweetness, complemented by a subtle bitterness. The cherry infusion gin serves as the base, layered with the complex notes of Luxardo Cherry Liqueur and maraschino cherry syrup. The egg white (or aquafaba for a vegan option) provides a velvety foam, enhancing the drink's cloud-like appearance. Garnished with a sprinkle of freeze-dried cherry powder and a touch of edible glitter, this cocktail is as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Ingredients: - 2 oz Cherry Infusion Gin - 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice - 0.5 oz Maraschino Cherry Syrup - 0.5 oz Luxardo Cherry Liqueur - 2-3 dashes Cherry Bitters - 1 Egg White (or Aquafaba for a vegan option) - Freeze-dried Cherry Powder (for garnish) - Edible Glitter (for garnish) Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the cherry infusion gin, fresh lemon juice, maraschino cherry syrup, Luxardo Cherry Liqueur, and cherry bitters. 2. Add the egg white (or aquafaba) to the shaker. 3. Dry shake the ingredients (without ice) vigorously to emulsify the egg white and create a frothy texture. 4. Add ice to the shaker and shake again until well-chilled. 5. Double strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass to achieve a smooth texture and remove ice shards. 6. Garnish with a light dusting of freeze-dried cherry powder and a subtle sprinkle of edible glitter for a sparkling finish. Glass: Serve in a coupe glass.