Sakura Bliss Cocktail
This recipe is an elegant and refreshing Japanese cocktail made with plum wine, sakura liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup, garnished with mint leaves and edible sakura blossoms.
Allergens Alcohol, Sulfites (from wine)
Ingredients
3 oz plum wine 1 oz sakura liqueur 2 oz fresh lemon juice 1 oz simple syrup 4 mint leaves Edible sakura blossoms for garnish
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the plum wine, sakura liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup to the shaker. Shake well until chilled and combined. Pour into 4 cocktail glasses. Garnish each glass with a mint leaf and an edible sakura blossom.
Chefβs Insight The balance of sweet and tart flavors in this cocktail highlights the essence of Japanese ingredients while the sakura blossoms add an elegant touch.
Notes The sakura liqueur can be found at specialty liquor stores or online.
Substitutions For a non-alcoholic version, replace plum wine and sakura liqueur with plum juice and a sakura-flavored syrup.
Alternative Preparations Serve over ice for a more refreshing cocktail or without ice for a stronger flavor.
Alternative Methods None, as this is a no-cook recipe.
Best Storage Practice Refrigerate any unused sakura liqueur and plum wine in an airtight container.
Shelf Life Indefinite, but best used within one year.
Plating Tips Use a clear glass to showcase the vibrant colors of this cocktail. The soft pink hues will remind you of sakura petals against a brilliant green mint leaf.
Nutrition Facts Per serving, this cocktail contains approximately 200 calories and 16 grams of sugar.