Celestial Smoke

Description: The Celestial Smoke cocktail captivates the senses by using an advanced smoking technique that enhances the depth of its flavors while offering an ethereal visual presentation. Ideal for those who seek an otherworldly drinking experience. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz gin - 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur - 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice - 0.5 oz lavender syrup - 2 dashes orange bitters - A few sprigs of fresh rosemary - 1 rosemary sprig for garnish Technique: Smoking Instructions: 1. Chill a coupe glass by filling it with ice water while preparing the cocktail. 2. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, lavender syrup, and orange bitters. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 3. Discard the ice water from the coupe glass. 4. Double strain the contents of the shaker into the chilled coupe glass. 5. Using a culinary torch, ignite the sprigs of fresh rosemary until they begin to smoke. Capture the smoke in the glass by placing a cloche over it, allowing the smoke to infuse the drink for about 30 seconds. 6. Carefully remove the cloche and garnish the cocktail with a fresh sprig of rosemary. Serve: In a coupe glass Experience the delicate balance of floral and citrus notes with an aromatic rosemary smoke that transports you to a celestial garden.