Zenith Twilight

Name: Zenith Twilight
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 2 oz Sake; 0.5 oz St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur; 0.25 oz Calvados Apple Brandy; 0.25 oz Green Chartreuse Liqueur; 0.25 oz Simple Syrup; 2 dashes Lemon Bitters; A rinse Absinthe; Garnish Brandied Cherry; Garnish Lemon peel

Intricate East meets West cocktail experience

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

22%*

Calories

180*

Net Carbs

10g*

Ingredients:

Sake

St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur

Calvados Apple Brandy

Green Chartreuse Liqueur

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*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

**Description:** Zenith Twilight is an intricate journey through flavors that balance the delicate floral notes of Japanese sake with the herbal and aniseed undertones of absinthe. This cocktail is a harmonious blend of East meets West, where traditional ingredients are intertwined with experimental bitters, creating a complex, layered drink. The absinthe rinse adds a mysterious depth, setting the stage for a medley of flavors that are both refreshing and intriguing. Each sip reveals new facets, from the floral to the zesty, ending with a warm, lingering complexity. This cocktail is not just a drink; it's an experience, designed to be savored slowly as the evening unfolds. **Ingredients:** - 2 oz Sake (Choose a Junmai Ginjo for its floral and fruity notes) - 0.5 oz St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur (To introduce a sweet, floral depth) - 0.25 oz Calvados Apple Brandy (Adding a crisp, fruity complexity) - 0.25 oz Green Chartreuse Liqueur (For herbal brightness) - 0.25 oz Simple Syrup (To balance the bitterness and the acidity) - 2 dashes Lemon Bitters (To bring a zesty freshness) - A rinse of Absinthe (For an intriguing, anise-scented foundation) - Garnish: Brandied Cherry and a twist of lemon peel (For aroma and a touch of elegance) **Preparation:** 1. Begin by chilling a coupe glass. Once chilled, pour a small amount of absinthe into the glass. Swirl the absinthe around to coat the inside of the glass, then discard any excess liquid. 2. In a mixing glass filled with ice, combine sake, St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur, Calvados Apple Brandy, Green Chartreuse Liqueur, simple syrup, and lemon bitters. 3. Stir the mixture gently until well-chilled. This process should take about 30 seconds to ensure the flavors marry while maintaining the sake's delicate profile. 4. Strain the mixture into the prepared coupe glass. 5. Garnish with a brandied cherry and a twist of lemon peel. Express the lemon peel over the drink to release its essential oils, then either drop it into the drink or place it on the rim of the glass as preferred. **Glass Type:** Serve in a coupe glass. The wide bowl of the coupe allows the aromas to mingle and enhances the olfactory experience of the cocktail, while its elegant stem adds a touch of sophistication to the presentation. **Enjoyment:** Sip slowly to appreciate the evolving flavors, from the floral and herbal opening notes to the warm, complex finish. Zenith Twilight is perfect as an evening starter, setting a contemplative mood for the night ahead.

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