Dragon's Whisper

Name: Dragon's Whisper
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz vietnamese rice spirit; 0.5 oz ginger liqueur; 1 oz lychee juice; 0.5 oz lemongrass syrup; 0.25 oz lime juice; 1-2 dashes (optional) fish sauce; null thai basil leaves; null sliced dragon fruit for garnish; null crushed ice

Cocktail capturing the essence of Vietnam

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

150*

Net Carbs

9g*

Ingredients:

vietnamese rice spirit

sliced dragon fruit for garnish

crushed ice

AI Request:A unique Vietnamese cocktail

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: Dragon's Whisper is a cocktail that captures the essence of Vietnam, combining its rich flavors and aromatic profiles into a refreshingly unique drink. Inspired by the country's love for fresh herbs and bold tastes, this cocktail blends the citrus notes of local fruits, the complexity of rice spirit, and the subtle heat of ginger to create a libation that speaks to the adventurous palate. It's a perfect representation of Vietnam's vibrant culture and exquisite charm. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Vietnamese rice spirit (or substitute with sake if unavailable) - 0.5 oz ginger liqueur - 1 oz fresh lychee juice - 0.5 oz lemongrass syrup - 0.25 oz fresh lime juice - 1-2 dashes of fish sauce (optional, for an authentic umami flavor) - Fresh Thai basil leaves - Sliced dragon fruit (for garnish) - Crushed ice Instructions: 1. In a shaker, muddle a few Thai basil leaves gently to release their flavor. 2. Add the rice spirit, ginger liqueur, lychee juice, lemongrass syrup, lime juice, and a couple of dashes of fish sauce (if using) to the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Double strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh crushed ice. 5. Garnish with a wheel of dragon fruit and a sprig of Thai basil. 6. Serve immediately with a traditional bamboo straw to give your guests the full Vietnamese experience. Glass: Serve in a highball glass to showcase the cocktail's beautiful color and allow plenty of room for the captivating aromas to unfold. The highball glass is also ideal for holding the crushed ice, which keeps the drink cool and dilutes it gently as you sip.

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