Starlit Cactus Flower Mocktail

Starlit Cactus Flower Mocktail

Discover the enchanting taste of Mexico in this vegetarian-friendly Starlit Cactus Flower Mocktail, made with prickly pear juice and coconut milk. A captivating blend of flavors and textures, perfect for a desert oasis experience.

Time: Prep: 10 minutes - Cook: None - Total: 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Mexican, Vegetarian

Allergens

N/A

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 cups prickly pear juice, freshly squeezed 2. 1 cup coconut milk, chilled 3. 1/2 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed 4. 1/4 cup agave nectar 5. 1 cup ice cubes 6. Fresh mint leaves, for garnish 7. Edible flowers, for garnish 8. Cactus
  • shaped ice molds

Instructions

  1. In a blender, combine prickly pear juice, coconut milk, lime juice, and agave nectar. Blend on high speed until well combined.
  2. Pour the mixture into cactus shaped ice molds and freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  3. When ready to serve, remove the frozen cactus molds from the freezer and let them sit for a minute to soften slightly.
  4. Place one cactus mold on each of four glasses.
  5. Pour lime juice into each glass to release the frozen cactus from its mold.
  6. Top off each glass with ice cubes and garnish with fresh mint leaves and edible flowers.

Chef’s Insight

The frozen cactus molds give this mocktail an elegant touch that delights both the eyes and the palate.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the drink according to your preference by adding more or less agave nectar.

Cultural or Historical Background

This drink is inspired by the beauty of the cactus flower, which blooms during the night under the starlit sky in Mexico's deserts.