Northern Lights Sour

Name: Northern Lights Sour
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz gin; 1 oz lemon juice; 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur; 0.5 oz blue curacao; 0.25 oz simple syrup; null egg white; null edible pearl dust or shimmer powder blue or green; null ice; 2 oz butterfly pea tea; 1 oz lime juice; 2 tsp sugar; 2g soy lecithin

A visually stunning cocktail inspired by the aurora borealis

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

18%*

Calories

231*

Net Carbs

15g*

Ingredients:

edible pearl dust or shimmer powder blue or green

AI Request:A cocktail recipes that uses an advanced mixology technique

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Northern Lights Sour is a visually stunning cocktail that captures the ethereal beauty of the aurora borealis in a glass. Utilizing an advanced mixology technique known as "layering" combined with a touch of molecular gastronomy for the foam, this drink not only tastes divine but also provides a feast for the eyes. Type of Glass: Coupe Glass Ingredients: - 2 oz Gin (preferably a floral one) - 1 oz Fresh lemon juice - 0.75 oz Elderflower liqueur - 0.5 oz Blue Curacao - 0.25 oz Simple syrup - 1 Egg white - Edible pearl dust or shimmer powder (blue or green) - Ice Foam: - 2 oz Butterfly pea tea (cooled) - 1 oz Lime juice - 2 tsp Sugar - 2g Soy lecithin Instructions: 1. **Preparation of Foam**: Begin by preparing the butterfly pea tea foam. In a tall container, mix the butterfly pea tea, lime juice, sugar, and soy lecithin. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until it becomes foamy. Let it rest until you're ready to use it, giving it a quick blend again right before serving to ensure the foam is at its optimum texture. 2. **Cocktail Mixing**: In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, simple syrup, and egg white. Dry shake (without ice) vigorously for about 15 seconds to emulsify the egg white. 3. **Ice Addition and Shaking**: Add ice to the shaker and shake again vigorously for about 15 seconds. This step chills the cocktail and creates a silky-smooth texture. 4. **Layering with Blue Curacao**: Strain the cocktail into the coupe glass. Carefully pour the Blue Curacao down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon so it settles at the bottom, creating a layered effect. 5. **Final Touch with Foam**: Carefully spoon the butterfly pea tea foam over the top of the drink to create a third layer. The lime in the foam reacts with the butterfly pea tea, changing its color and adding to the visual effect. 6. **Garnish and Serve**: Finally, sprinkle a pinch of edible pearl dust or shimmer powder over the foam for that magical aurora borealis glow. Serve immediately. The Northern Lights Sour is a masterpiece of mixology that combines intricate flavors and stunning visual presentation. It's perfect for impressing guests at a themed party or when you're looking to serve something truly out of the ordinary.

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