Sunset Serenade

Name: Sunset Serenade
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz gin; 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur; 2 oz pink grapefruit juice; 1 oz pomegranate juice; 1/2 oz lime juice; 1/2 oz simple syrup adjust to taste; to top sparkling water; null ice cubes; null garnish a sprig of mint and a slice of grapefruit

vibrant, layered cocktail celebrating summer evenings

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

14g*

Ingredients:

gin

elderflower liqueur

pink grapefruit juice

pomegranate juice

lime juice

simple syrup adjust to taste

sparkling water

ice cubes

garnish a sprig of mint and a slice of grapefruit

AI Request:A cocktail recipe to celebrate the beginning of summer

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

The Sunset Serenade is a vibrant, layered cocktail that celebrates the warmth and beauty of summer evenings. Its unique combination of flavors, reminiscent of a summer sunset, makes it the perfect drink to welcome the season. The layers of this cocktail mimic the stunning hues of a sunset, providing both a visual and sensory experience. Served in a chilled highball glass, the Sunset Serenade is sure to be the highlight of your summer celebrations. Ingredients: - 1 1/2 oz Gin (a floral gin is preferred) - 1/2 oz Elderflower liqueur - 2 oz Fresh pink grapefruit juice - 1 oz Pomegranate juice - 1/2 oz Lime juice, freshly squeezed - 1/2 oz Simple syrup (adjust to taste) - Sparkling water to top - Ice cubes - Garnish: A sprig of fresh mint and a slice of grapefruit Instructions: 1. Chill a highball glass by placing it in the freezer for about 15 minutes or filling it with ice water and setting it aside while you prepare the drink. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, pink grapefruit juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker. 3. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds or until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 4. If you had set your glass aside with ice water, discard it now and fill the glass halfway with fresh ice cubes. 5. Strain the mixture into the prepared highball glass over the ice. 6. Slowly pour the pomegranate juice over the back of a spoon or through a small funnel to create a layer on top of the grapefruit mixture. 7. Top the cocktail with a splash of sparkling water. 8. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of grapefruit on the rim of the glass. 9. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing taste of summer with each sip of your Sunset Serenade. This cocktail is not only a delight to the senses with its aromatic and refreshing flavors but also a feast for the eyes, making it an excellent choice for summer parties or a relaxing evening by the pool.

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