Mongol Mirage

Name: Mongol Mirage
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz Mongolian vodka; 0.5 oz Amaro; 0.5 oz Honey syrup; 3 dashes Sesame oil; 2 oz Chilled green tea; Garnish with a sprig of thyme and a dried apricot

Bold Mongolian cocktail honoring Genghis Khan

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

unknown*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

12g*

Ingredients:

Garnish with a sprig of thyme and a dried apricot

AI Request:gengis khan inspired cocktail

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Immerse yourself in the sweeping expanse of the Mongolian steppe with this bold and adventurous cocktail. The Mongol Mirage pays homage to the fearless spirit of Genghis Khan, blending the rich history of Mongolia with modern mixology. This cocktail is a perfect blend of East meets West, featuring ingredients that evoke the rugged terrain and the complex character of one of history's most iconic figures. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Mongolian vodka (to honor Mongolia's deep history with distilled spirits) - 0.5 oz Amaro (to add depth and a touch of bitterness, symbolizing the hardships of the Mongolian warriors) - 0.5 oz Honey syrup (a nod to the traditional Mongolian drink, airag, made from fermented mare's milk, sweetened here for accessibility) - 3 dashes of Sesame oil (for a unique, nutty finish that pays homage to the Asian influence on Mongolian cuisine) - 2 oz Chilled green tea (to represent the vast steppes and the endurance of Genghis Khan's army) - Garnish with a sprig of thyme and a dried apricot (symbolizing the resilience and the fruits of the Mongolian landscape) Glass: - Serve in a copper mug, reminiscent of the ones possibly used by Mongol warriors during their campaigns, to enhance the thematic experience and add an element of rustic authenticity. Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Mongolian vodka, Amaro, honey syrup, and chilled green tea. 2. Add ice and shake vigorously to chill and combine the flavors intricately. 3. Strain the mixture into the copper mug filled with crushed ice. 4. Float the sesame oil on top by gently pouring it over the back of a spoon. 5. Garnish with the sprig of thyme and a dried apricot placed on the rim of the mug. The Mongol Mirage offers a journey through time with each sip, embodying the spirit, tenacity, and the complexity of the Mongolian empire. Enjoy the blend of flavors that each contribute to the narrative of Genghis Khan—the legendary warrior and visionary leader.

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