Sunset Serenade

Name: Sunset Serenade
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon; 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur; 1 oz pink grapefruit juice; 1/2 oz lemon juice; 1/2 oz honey syrup; 2-3 basil leaves; splash soda water; for garnish grapefruit slice; for garnish basil leaf

Refreshing whiskey-based cocktail for summer evenings

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

18%*

Calories

213*

Net Carbs

14g*

Ingredients:

bourbon

elderflower liqueur

pink grapefruit juice

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

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

As the warmer days roll in and the sun sets later, celebrating the start of summer calls for a refreshing yet bold cocktail. Sunset Serenade captures the essence of summer evenings—warm, vibrant, and filled with promise. This whiskey-based drink combines the depth of bourbon with the brightness of summer fruits, offering a nuanced sip that dances on the palate. Perfect for a summer evening gathering or a quiet moment watching the sunset, this cocktail is served in a highball glass to accentuate its layers and colors. Ingredients: - 2 oz Bourbon (preferably a smoother, fruit-forward profile) - 1/2 oz Elderflower liqueur - 1 oz Fresh pink grapefruit juice - 1/2 oz Lemon juice, freshly squeezed - 1/2 oz Honey syrup (equal parts honey and water, heated until honey dissolves, then cooled) - 2-3 Fresh basil leaves, plus more for garnish - A splash of Soda water - Grapefruit slice and basil leaf, for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker, gently muddle the basil leaves to release their aroma. 2. Add the bourbon, elderflower liqueur, pink grapefruit juice, lemon juice, and honey syrup to the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously until well-chilled, about 15 seconds. 4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice. 5. Top with a splash of soda water to add a refreshing effervescence. 6. Gently stir to integrate all the ingredients. 7. Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and a fresh basil leaf. Sip and savor the Sunset Serenade, where the depth of bourbon meets the lightness of summer.

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