Amazonian Moonlit Cocktail

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Ingredients

• 4 oz fresh guava juice 2 oz cachaça 1 oz lime juice 0.5 oz guava liqueur 0.5 oz simple syrup 6 fresh mint leaves 2 cups crushed ice 4 thinly sliced guava wheels (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 Insight

The harmony of flavors and textures in this cocktail reflects the exuberance of Brazil's nature and the magic of its moonlit nights.

Notes

Always use fresh ingredients for best results.