The Golden Aztec

Name: The Golden Aztec
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz mezcal; 1 oz huitlacoche syrup; 0.5 oz lime juice; 1 oz corn foam; Pinch salt; 1/4 cup sweet corn puree; 1/4 cup water; 2 tsp sugar; 1 g soy lecithin; 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1/2 cup huitlacoche

Ancient flavors in a modern cocktail tribute

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

250*

Net Carbs

32g*

Ingredients:

AI Request:The Golden Aztec with corn foam and huitlacoche syrup

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Embark on a journey through ancient flavors with The Golden Aztec, a daring cocktail that combines the unique sweetness of corn foam and the earthy, mushroom-like taste of huitlacoche syrup, creating a truly remarkable drinking experience. This cocktail is a homage to the rich and complex culinary heritage of the Aztec civilization, presented in a modern and sophisticated way. Ingredients: - 2 oz Mezcal (to bring a smoky base reminiscent of the ancient cooking methods) - 1 oz Huitlacoche Syrup (for an earthy sweetness) - 0.5 oz Fresh Lime Juice (to add brightness) - 1 oz Corn Foam (for texture and a sweet layer) - Pinch of Salt (to enhance flavors) - Garnish: A small, grilled piece of corn on the cob and a sprig of cilantro (for aroma and presentation) Corn Foam: - 1/4 cup Sweet Corn Puree - 1/4 cup Water - 2 tsp Sugar - 1 g Soy Lecithin (to stabilize the foam) Huitlacoche Syrup: - 1 cup Water - 1 cup Sugar - 1/2 cup Fresh Huitlacoche (cleaned and finely chopped) To make Huitlacoche Syrup: 1. Combine water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. 2. Add the huitlacoche and simmer for about 10 minutes. 3. Strain the mixture through a fine sieve, cool, and store in a clean bottle. To make Corn Foam: 1. Blend corn puree, water, sugar, and soy lecithin until smooth. 2. Use a hand blender to incorporate air until the mixture forms a stable foam. Cocktail Preparation: 1. In a shaker, combine mezcal, huitlacoche syrup, lime juice, and salt with ice. Shake vigorously. 2. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. 3. Gently spoon corn foam over the top of the drink to cover. 4. Garnish with grilled corn and cilantro. Glassware: Serve in a coupe glass to showcase the layers of the cocktail elegantly and make the aromatic garnish the centerpiece of the presentation. The Golden Aztec is a drink that tells a story, blending the old with the new, and inviting the drinker to savor flavors that are as intriguing as they are delicious.

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