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Mixology Mastery: Creating Unique Cocktails with Unexpected Ingredients

BY AMBERLEY KENNISH

Elevating your cocktail hour is always a trick I like to keep up my sleeve.

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22 June 2023

Let's start by talking about the power of unexpected ingredients.

While we all love a classic cocktail, sometimes it's fun to mix things up and experiment with new flavors. Have you ever tried a gin and tonic with a splash of beetroot syrup? Or how about a classic daiquiri with a kick of cardamom? These unexpected additions can bring a new level of sophistication to your cocktail game.

Another way to add a unique touch to your cocktails is to incorporate fresh fruit and herbs. Next time, experiment with a handful of fresh blackberries in your Moscow mule or a sprig of thyme in your whisky sour. Don't forget about the power of fresh citrus - a squeeze of lemon or lime can brighten up any cocktail and give it a zesty kick.

Of course, when it comes to mixology, presentation is key. A beautifully garnished cocktail not only looks great, but it also adds to the overall taste experience. Think about adding a slice of cucumber or a sprig of thyme as a garnish for your gin and tonic, or a skewered strawberry and a dusting of powdered sugar for your daiquiri.

Now, my dear readers, let me share with you three of my favorite unique cocktail recipes. These are perfect for impressing guests at your next soirée, or simply for treating yourself to a little luxury at home.

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The Rosemary Collins

Ingredients:
60ml gin
30ml rosemary syrup
30ml fresh lemon juice
Soda Water or Lemonade
Fresh rosemary sprig, for garnish

Instructions:
Fill a Collins glass with ice.
Add gin, rosemary syrup, and fresh lemon juice to the glass.
Stir gently to combine.
Top with soda water.
Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.

The Blackberry Whisky Sour

Ingredients:
60ml whisky
30ml fresh lemon juice
30ml blackberry syrup
15ml egg white
Fresh blackberries, for garnish

Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add whisky, fresh lemon juice, blackberry syrup, and egg white to the shaker.
Shake vigorously. Strain mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Garnish with fresh blackberries.

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The Black Pepper & Grapefruit Spritz

Ingredients:
60mlvodka
60mnl fresh grapefruit juice
30ml black pepper infused sugar syrup
Soda Water

Instructions:
Fill a wine glass with ice.
Add vodka, fresh grapefruit juice, and black pepper syrup to the glass.
Stir gently to combine.
Top with soda water.

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I hope these unique cocktail recipes have inspired you to get creative in the kitchen and elevate your cocktail game. Remember, mixology is an art form - have fun with it and let your imagination run wild. And most importantly, always remember to drink responsibly.

Until next time!

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