Velvet Twilight

Name: Velvet Twilight
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz bourbon; 3/4 oz lemon juice; 1/2 oz blackberrylavender simple syrup; 1 oz fullbodied red wine such as shiraz or malbec; undefined ice cubes; undefined blackberries and a sprig of lavender for garnish

Sophisticated cocktail with bourbon, lemon juice, blackberry-lavender syrup, and red wine

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

220*

Net Carbs

11g*

Ingredients:

bourbon

lemon juice

blackberrylavender simple syrup

fullbodied red wine such as shiraz or malbec

ice cubes

blackberries and a sprig of lavender for garnish

AI Request:Something like newyork sour

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Imagine a cocktail that pays homage to the sophisticated New York Sour but dresses it in a velvet cloak of mystery and allure. The Velvet Twilight is a showstopper with its deep indigo hue, a result of a carefully crafted blend of classic ingredients with an innovative twist. Delivered in a chilled coupette, this drink balances the robustness of bourbon with the tartness of freshly squeezed lemon juice, sweetened by a touch of blackberry-lavender simple syrup. The pièce de résistance is a float of red wine that creates a stunning two-tier effect, akin to the dusky moments just after sunset. Ingredients: - 2 oz Bourbon - 3/4 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/2 oz Blackberry-lavender simple syrup - 1 oz Full-bodied red wine (such as Shiraz or Malbec) - Ice cubes - Fresh blackberries and a sprig of lavender for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker, combine the bourbon, lemon juice, and blackberry-lavender simple syrup with ice. 2. Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 3. Strain into a chilled coupette or cocktail glass. 4. Carefully pour the red wine over the back of a spoon to float it on top of the cocktail. 5. Garnish with a skewer of fresh blackberries and a sprig of lavender. To make the blackberry-lavender simple syrup: - Combine 1 cup water, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup fresh blackberries, and 1 tablespoon dried lavender in a saucepan. - Bring to a simmer, stirring until sugar dissolves. - Remove from heat after syrup changes color, approx. 5 minutes. - Strain and cool before use. The Velvet Twilight is more than a drink; it's a multisensory experience that captures the imagination and tantalizes the palate. The type of glass best suited for this cocktail is the coupette or a wide-brimmed cocktail glass, to enhance the visual layering and aroma of the ingredients. Enjoy this captivating libation as the night unfolds around you.

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