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Cherry Blossom Mocktail

Discover a luxurious and elegant cherry blossom mocktail recipe, perfect for a romantic dinner or celebration among friends. This Paleo-friendly Japanese drink is inspired by the delicate beauty of sakura flowers, and can be easily adapted into a cocktail with a shot of gin or vodka.

πŸ•’ Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: N/A - Total: 10 minutes
🍽 Servings: 2
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

None

Ingredients

  • 2 oz fresh cherry juice
  • 3 oz sparkling water
  • 1 oz elderflower syrup
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cherries and edible flowers, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the cherry juice, elderflower syrup, and ice cubes.
  2. Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
  3. Strain the mixture into two champagne glasses.
  4. Top each glass with sparkling water, taking care not to disturb the frothy texture.
  5. Garnish with fresh cherries and edible flowers, allowing their delicate petals to dance in the air.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this recipe is using fresh, high-quality ingredients to capture the true essence of cherry blossoms.

Notes

This recipe calls for elderflower syrup, which can be found at specialty stores or online.

Cultural or Historical Background

Cherry blossoms represent the fleeting beauty of life in Japanese culture, making them a perfect inspiration for this mocktail.