Narcissus’s Reflection

Name: Narcissus’s Reflection
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz Gin; 0.75 oz Elderflower liqueur; 0.5 oz Crème de Violette; 0.5 oz Lemon juice; 0.25 oz Simple syrup; 1 dash Orange bitters; undefined Edible silver leaf; undefined Edible flower (pansy or viola); undefined Ice

Enchanting floral cocktail inspired by Narcissus from Greek mythology

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

210*

Net Carbs

15g*

Ingredients:

Edible flower (pansy or viola)

Ice

AI Request:A signature cocktail based on narcissus's myth

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: Narcissus's Reflection is a visually stunning cocktail that mirrors the enigmatic beauty and tragic tale of Narcissus from Greek mythology, who fell in love with his own reflection. This cocktail combines floral and botanical elements with a hint of citrus, resulting in a drink that's as enchanting to the palate as it is to the eye. Served in a clear coupe glass, the drink is layered to create a visual effect reminiscent of a reflection in water, inviting the drinker to contemplate the depths of beauty and self. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Gin (Preferably a floral one) - 0.75 oz Elderflower liqueur - 0.5 oz Crème de Violette - 0.5 oz Lemon juice, freshly squeezed - 0.25 oz Simple syrup - 1 dash of Orange bitters - Edible silver leaf and a small edible flower (like a pansy or viola) for garnish - Ice Glass: Coupe Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, Crème de Violette, lemon juice, simple syrup, and a dash of orange bitters. 2. Shake vigorously until well chilled. 3. Strain the mix into a clear coupe glass, carefully ensuring the liquid is calm to achieve a reflective surface. 4. For the garnish, float a small edible flower on the surface of the drink and carefully place a piece of edible silver leaf beside it, evoking the idea of Narcissus gazing into the mirrored water. 5. Serve immediately, inviting the drinker to gaze into the 'reflection' before enjoying the cocktail. Narcissus’s Reflection is not just a cocktail; it's an experience that combines taste, aroma, and visual beauty, perfect for those moments of introspection or to spark conversation at any gathering.

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