Saigon Sunset

Name: Saigon Sunset
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz gin; 1 oz lime juice; 0.5 oz lemongrass syrup; 0.5 oz ginger liqueur; 4-5 mint leaves; 2-3 dragon fruit slices; to top soda water; for garnish dragon fruit slice; for garnish sprig of mint

Vietnamese-inspired gin cocktail with sweet, sour, and herbal notes

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

10g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:Create a Vietnamese influenced cocktail with gin or vodka

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Immerse yourself in the enchanting flavors of Vietnam with Saigon Sunset, a cocktail that marries the vibrant essence of Southeast Asia with the smooth allure of gin. This innovative drink captures the spirit of a Vietnamese sunset, blending sweet, sour, and herbal notes in a visually stunning concoction that's as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate. Served in a highball glass, its layers mimic the mesmerizing hues of a sunset, promising an exotic escape with every sip. Ingredients: - 2 oz Gin (preferably a botanical gin for depth of flavor) - 1 oz Fresh lime juice - 0.5 oz Lemongrass syrup - 0.5 oz Ginger liqueur - 4-5 Fresh mint leaves - 2-3 slices of fresh Dragon fruit - Soda water to top - Dragon fruit slice and a sprig of mint for garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint leaves gently with the lemongrass syrup and lime juice to release their flavors. 2. Add the gin and ginger liqueur to the shaker along with a scoop of ice cubes. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice, layering it over thin slices of dragon fruit placed against the inner glass wall for a stunning visual effect. 4. Top with soda water, gently stirring to integrate while maintaining the layered look. 5. Garnish with a thin slice of dragon fruit and a sprig of mint on the rim. Enjoy the Saigon Sunset, where each sip takes you closer to the vibrant heart of Vietnam, blending tradition with innovation in a refreshingly unique cocktail experience.

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