Starry Night Turkish Delight Cocktail

Allergens

N/A (excluding specific allergies to ingredients)

Ingredients

• 2 oz rosewater syrup
• 1 oz pomegranate juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 oz lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 oz vodka
• 2 oz red wine
• 4 star anise
• Edible gold flakes
• Ice cubes
• Fresh raspberries for garnish

Instructions

1. Begin by preparing the rosewater syrup. In a small saucepan, combine equal parts of water and sugar. Heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then add the rose petals and simmer for 10 minutes. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve and let it cool completely.
2. In a shaker, combine the prepared rosewater syrup, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, vodka, and red wine. Add 4 star anise to infuse additional depth of flavor. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
3. Strain the cocktail into four chilled glasses, discarding the solids. Allow the drink to rest for a moment, allowing the star anise to settle at the bottom of each glass.
4. Garnish with fresh raspberries and top with edible gold flakes, adding a touch of opulence to your enchanting creation.

Chef’s Insight

The use of edible gold flakes adds a touch of opulence and luxury to this celestial creation.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness of your cocktail by adding more or less rosewater syrup to taste.