Twilight in Kyoto

Name: Twilight in Kyoto
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz Gin; 0.5 oz Hojicha tea syrup; 0.25 oz Dark chocolate liqueur; 1 Dash of cassia bark bitters; 2 oz Chilled strong brewed Hojicha tea; null Garnish: Thin strip of cassia bark and a small piece of dark chocolate

Sophisticated cocktail with Hojicha tea, gin, chocolate, and cassia bark

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

20%*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

8g*

Ingredients:

Gin

Hojicha tea syrup

Dark chocolate liqueur

Dash of cassia bark bitters

Chilled strong brewed Hojicha tea

Garnish: Thin strip of cassia bark and a small piece of dark chocolate

AI Request:Cocktail with Hojicha Tea, chocolate, Cassia bark Gin Base BItter

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Inspired by the serene beauty of Kyoto at dusk, Twilight in Kyoto is a sophisticated cocktail that marries the deep, roasted flavors of Hojicha tea with the complex botanicals of gin and the warmth of chocolate and cassia bark. This drink embodies the essence of innovation, blending traditional Japanese elements with classic Western spirits for a truly unparalleled tasting experience. Ingredients: - 2 oz Gin (preferably a botanical gin for added depth) - 0.5 oz Hojicha tea syrup (To make: brew strong Hojicha tea, then mix with equal parts sugar until dissolved) - 0.25 oz Dark chocolate liqueur - 1 Dash of cassia bark bitters (If unavailable, cinnamon bitters can be a substitute) - 2 oz Chilled strong brewed Hojicha tea - Garnish: Thin strip of cassia bark and a small piece of dark chocolate Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, Hojicha tea syrup, dark chocolate liqueur, and cassia bark bitters. 2. Add ice to the shaker until it is about half full. Shake vigorously until well chilled. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 4. Pour the chilled brewed Hojicha tea over the back of a spoon to layer it gently on top of the alcohol mix. 5. Garnish with a thin strip of cassia bark and place a small piece of dark chocolate on the rim of the glass. Glass: - Serve in a coupe glass for an elegant presentation that enhances the aromatic qualities of the drink. Twilight in Kyoto is a cocktail that balances the richness of chocolate, the spiciness of cassia, and the earthiness of Hojicha tea with the crispness of gin, creating a drink that is as complex as it is inviting. Perfect for evening sipping, it's a testament to the art of mixology and the magic of cultural fusion.

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