Twilight Caprese

Name: Twilight Caprese
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1.5 oz vodka; 3 oz clear tomato juice; 0.5 oz simple syrup; 0.25 oz lemon juice; A pinch fine sea salt; 1 oz basil simple syrup; 1 oz cucumber vodka; 0.5 oz lime juice; 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur; For smashing and garnish basil leaves; small tomato sphere or cherry tomato; basil leaf

Layered cocktail with basil and tomato

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

150*

Net Carbs

9g*

Ingredients:

small tomato sphere or cherry tomato

basil leaf

AI Request:Cocktail with tomato and basil Should have two level one red the other green. Should include tomato juice and smashed basil Should be smooth clear herby and fruity

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Inspired by the classic Italian salad, the Twilight Caprese is a layered cocktail that marries the fresh, herby qualities of basil with the smooth, fruity essence of tomato in a visually striking manner. This dazzling drink is structured in two distinct layers: the vibrant red of ripe tomatoes and the lush green of fresh basil, creating not only a taste sensation but a visual feast reminiscent of a summer sunset. **Ingredients:** *For the Tomato Layer:* - 1.5 oz Vodka (preferably infused with red pepper for a subtle kick) - 3 oz Clear Tomato Juice (made by straining blended tomatoes through cheesecloth to achieve a smooth, clear juice) - 0.5 oz Simple Syrup - 0.25 oz Fresh Lemon Juice - A pinch of Fine Sea Salt *For the Basil Layer:* - 1 oz Basil Simple Syrup (made by infusing simple syrup with fresh basil leaves) - 1 oz Cucumber Vodka - 0.5 oz Lime Juice - 0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur - Fresh Basil Leaves (for smashing and garnish) *Garnish:* - Small Tomato Sphere or Cherry Tomato - Basil Leaf **Recommended Glass:** Highball Glass **Preparation:** 1. **Tomato Layer:** In a shaker, combine the vodka, clear tomato juice, simple syrup, lemon juice, and sea salt with ice. Shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled. Carefully strain into the highball glass filled with ice, filling it halfway. 2. **Basil Layer:** In a separate shaker, muddle a few fresh basil leaves gently to release their oils without making the mixture too grassy. Add cucumber vodka, basil simple syrup, lime juice, and elderflower liqueur. Fill with ice and shake until well-chilled. Slowly strain this mixture over the back of a spoon onto the tomato layer in the glass to create a clear separation between the green and red layers. 3. **Garnish:** Skewer a basil leaf and a small tomato sphere (or a cherry tomato) on a cocktail pick and place it delicately across the rim of the glass. **Serving Suggestion:** Serve immediately, instructing the drinker to stir the layers gently before sipping, thereby blending the herby, fruity essence of this innovative cocktail. The Twilight Caprese offers a harmonious balance of flavors that's as delightful to the palate as it is pleasing to the eye. Welcome to a refined garden party in a glass.

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