Amazonian Moonlit Cocktail
About This Recipe
A Brazilian-inspired cocktail made with cachaça, fresh guava juice, and lime, served over crushed ice with mint and a guava wheel garnish.
Cachaça, a traditional alcoholic spirit of Brazil, adds an authentic touch to this enchanting concoction.
Ingredients
- 4 fl oz fresh guava juice
- 2 fl oz cachaça
- 1 fl oz lime juice
- 1/2 fl oz guava liqueur
- 1/2 fl oz simple syrup
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 cup crushed ice
- 4 guava wheels, thinly sliced, for garnish
- edible gold leaf, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
In a cocktail shaker, combine the cachaça, lime juice, guava liqueur, and simple syrup. Shake well to mix.
- 2
Fill the shaker with crushed ice and shake vigorously for 30 seconds to chill and aerate the cocktail.
- 3
Double-strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- 4
Top with guava juice, gently stirring for a moment to blend flavors.
- 5
Add mint leaves and garnish with a single sliced guava wheel atop the drink, nestling an edible gold leaf on the fruit's surface.
- 6
Serve immediately with a long spoon or straw.
Chef's Notes
Always use fresh ingredients for best results.
Plating Tips
Serve in a tall glass to showcase the vibrant color. Place a single guava wheel on the rim and press a small piece of edible gold leaf onto the fruit for an eye-catching finish. A sprig of mint tucked beside the garnish adds a fresh pop of green.