Tropical Honey Mint Bliss

Description: This cocktail offers a refreshing blend of sweet, herbal, and tropical notes, featuring akpeteshie, a robust Ghanaian spirit made from palm wine or sugar cane, as its base. The drink combines the earthiness of honey, the freshness of mint, and a hint of citrus to balance the flavors, creating an invigorating and aromatic cocktail that's perfect for warm evenings or as an exotic treat. Ingredients: - 2 oz Akpeteshie - 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz Honey syrup (equal parts honey and water, heated until honey dissolves, then cooled) - 8-10 Fresh mint leaves, plus a sprig for garnish - 2 oz Pineapple juice - Ice cubes - Sparkling water, to top up - A thinly sliced lemon wheel, for garnish Glass: Highball Instructions: 1. In a shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves with the honey syrup to release the mint oils. 2. Add the akpeteshie, fresh lemon juice, and pineapple juice to the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled. 4. Double strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice, to remove the mint leaves and any small ice shards. 5. Top up with a splash of sparkling water. 6. Stir gently to incorporate. 7. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass. 8. Serve with a straw and enjoy responsibly.