Violet Twilight

Name: Violet Twilight
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1 oz crme de violette; 1 oz empress 1908 gin or any other indigocolored gin; 2 oz lychee liqueur; 3 oz champagne or prosecco chilled; 0.5 oz lemon juice; null edible gold dust for garnish; null lemon twist for garnish; null ice

Layered cocktail with floral, sweet, and citrus flavors

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

12%*

Calories

315*

Net Carbs

27g*

Ingredients:

crme de violette

empress 1908 gin or any other indigocolored gin

lychee liqueur

champagne or prosecco chilled

lemon juice

edible gold dust for garnish

lemon twist for garnish

ice

AI Request:A cocktail recipes that uses an advanced mixology technique

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Dive into an enticing journey of flavors with the Violet Twilight, a cocktail that not only pleases the palate but also dazzles the eyes with its deep, mesmerizing gradients. This drink uses a sophisticated mixology technique known as density layering, which requires precision and patience, allowing you to create a visually stunning layered effect that mirrors the captivating hues of twilight. Ingredients: - 1 oz Crème de Violette - 1 oz Empress 1908 Gin (or any other indigo-colored gin) - 2 oz Lychee Liqueur - 3 oz Champagne or Prosecco, chilled - 0.5 oz Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed - Edible gold dust (for garnish) - Lemon twist (for garnish) - Ice Glass: - Tall flute or coupe glass Instructions: 1. Begin by chilling your glass in the freezer to enhance the layering effect. 2. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the lychee liqueur and lemon juice. Shake well until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 3. Strain the mixture into the chilled glass, creating the first layer. 4. Slowly pour the Crème de Violette over the back of a spoon just above the lychee layer, allowing it to gently pour and rest, creating a distinct second layer. 5. Carefully repeat the spoon technique with Empress 1908 Gin, pouring it over to form a mesmerizing third layer that brings a vibrant indigo hue to the spectacle. 6. To complete the cocktail, top it off with chilled Champagne or Prosecco, pouring it gently to maintain the layered effect while adding a sparkling finish. 7. For a touch of elegance, sprinkle a tiny amount of edible gold dust over the drink. 8. Garnish with a lemon twist, delicately placed on the rim or floated atop the drink. Serving the Violet Twilight in a transparent glass reveals the stunning layer effect, with colors blending yet distinct, reminiscent of a twilight sky. This cocktail is not only a feast for the eyes but also offers a sophisticated blend of floral, sweet, and citrus flavors, making it a perfect choice for special occasions or whenever you want to impress your guests with your mixology skills.

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