Poppy Seed Zest Serenity

Name: Poppy Seed Zest Serenity
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon poppy seeds; 1 cup unsweetened almond milk; 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup adjust to taste; null juice of 1 large lemon; 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest; null ice cubes; null sparkling water optional for a fizzy variation; null mint leaves for garnish; null lemon wheel for garnish

Refreshing and innovative mocktail with poppy seeds, lemon, and vanilla

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

0%*

Calories

100*

Net Carbs

8g*

Ingredients:

poppy seeds

unsweetened almond milk

pure vanilla extract

honey or agave syrup adjust to taste

juice of 1 large lemon

grated lemon zest

ice cubes

sparkling water optional for a fizzy variation

mint leaves for garnish

lemon wheel for garnish

AI Request:An original and healthy mocktail with poppy seeds as the primary flavor, with lemon and vanilla as accenting flavors.

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: The Poppy Seed Zest Serenity is a refreshing and innovative mocktail that brings the unexpected nutty and fruity flavor of poppy seeds into the spotlight. With the bright tang of lemon and the sweet subtleties of vanilla, this drink is a perfect fusion for a relaxed afternoon or a sophisticated evening. Its health-conscious blend is not only pleasing to the palate but also invigorating for the body. Ingredients: - 1 tablespoon poppy seeds - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract - 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (adjust to taste) - Juice of 1 large lemon - 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest - Ice cubes - Sparkling water (optional, for a fizzy variation) - Fresh mint leaves for garnish - Lemon wheel for garnish Instructions: 1. In a dry pan, lightly toast the poppy seeds over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until they become aromatic. Be careful not to burn them. 2. Using a mortar and pestle, gently crush the toasted poppy seeds to release their oils. 3. In a blender, combine the crushed poppy seeds, almond milk, vanilla extract, honey or agave syrup, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. 4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a mixing glass to remove the poppy seed particles, pressing to extract as much flavor as possible. 5. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. 6. Pour the strained poppy seed mixture over the ice, leaving some space at the top if you're adding sparkling water. 7. If desired, top off with sparkling water for a fizzy effect. 8. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass. 9. Serve with a cocktail stirrer to allow your guests to swirl the lemon zest through their drink for an extra zestful experience. Glass: Serve in a tall Collins glass to showcase the layers and garnishes in this visually appealing mocktail.

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