Enchanted Sakura Mousse Cocktail

Allergens

Dairy, Soy (in some cherry liqueurs), Nuts (potential in white chocolate)

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 4 oz. white chocolate, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup cherry liqueur (gluten
• free)
• 1/4 cup elderflower syrup
• 1 cup sakura
• infused sparkling water (gluten
• free)
• Fresh sakura flowers, for garnish
• Edible gold leaf, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream until warm but not boiling.
2. Remove from heat and add the finely chopped white chocolate, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
3. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then whisk in the cherry liqueur and elderflower syrup until well combined.
4. Whip the mixture with a hand mixer or stand mixer until it forms soft peaks, then gently fold in the sakura infused sparkling water.
5. Divide the mousse into 4 glasses, and garnish each with fresh sakura flowers and a touch of edible gold leaf.

Chef’s Insight

Allow the mousse to sit for a few minutes before serving to achieve the perfect texture.

Notes

This recipe calls for sakura-infused sparkling water, which can be made by infusing regular sparkling water with dried or fresh sakura blossoms for at least an hour.