The world of cocktails is constantly evolving, and every year new trends emerge that surprise even the most demanding palates. If you're a cocktail lover and like to be at the forefront, you'll love the proposals we present below.
Soju Cocktail: Soju, a Korean liquor made from rice, is all the rage and is being used to create innovative cocktails. This cocktail combines soju with lemon juice, simple syrup, and sparkling water, for a refreshing and slightly citrusy drink.
Ingredients:
Soju (2 ounces)
Lemon juice (1 ounce)
Simple syrup (1/2 ounce)
Sparkling water (to taste)
Preparation:
In a glass with ice, add the soju, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
Stir well.
Top with sparkling water.
Garnish with a lemon slice.
Matcha Daiquiri:
Matcha, ground green tea powder, has become a popular ingredient in recent years.
This daiquiri combines matcha with white rum, lime juice, and simple syrup, for a refreshing drink with an herbal twist.
Ingredients: White rum (2 ounces) Matcha powder (1/2 teaspoon) Lime juice (1 ounce) Simple syrup (1/2 ounce) Preparation: In a shaker with ice, add the white rum, matcha powder, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake well. Strain into a cocktail glass. Garnish with a mint leaf.
Smoked Negroni:
A smoked version of the classic Negroni. It is prepared with gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and a touch of smoked wood. It is a bitter, complex drink with a smoky finish.
Ingredients: Gin (1 oz) Campari (1 oz) Sweet vermouth (1 oz) Smoked wood (for smoking the glass) Preparation: Smoke the glass with smoked wood. In a mixing glass with ice, add the gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. Stir well. Strain into the smoked glass.
Margarita
A refreshing and always welcome classic. Like the Daiquiri, it originated in Latin America, possibly Mexico. There are different stories about its creation, but none confirmed. What is certain is its delicious flavor and ease of preparation.
Ingredients:
2 oz (5 cl) White Tequila
1 oz (3 cl) Orange Liqueur
1 oz (3 cl) Fresh Lime Juice
Salt (for the rim of the glass)
Preparation:
Rub the rim of a margarita glass with a lime wedge and then run it through kosher salt or sea salt to create a frosted rim.
Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
Strain the mixture into the salt-rimmed glass.
Garnish with a lime wedge.
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Mojito
The mojito is a classic Cuban cocktail that is refreshing and delicious, perfect for enjoying on a hot day. Its origin dates back to the early 20th century in Havana, and it has become one of the most popular drinks in the world.
Ingredients:
2 oz (60 ml) White rum
1 oz (30 ml) Fresh lime juice
¾ oz (22.5 ml) Simple syrup
6 fresh mint leaves
Soda water
Crushed ice
Fresh mint sprig for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
Muddle the mint:
In a mojito or highball glass, muddle the mint leaves with the simple syrup until they release their aroma.
Add the rum and lime juice:
Add the white rum and fresh lime juice.
Fill with ice:
Fill the glass to the brim with crushed ice.
Top with soda:
Pour the soda water until the glass is full.
Stir gently:
Stir gently with a bar spoon to mix the ingredients.
Garnish and enjoy:
Garnish with a fresh mint sprig (optional) and enjoy your refreshing mojito.