Sunset Serenade

The Sunset Serenade cocktail is a vibrant and refreshing drink designed to capture the essence of summer's start. It's a tantalizing mix of sweet, sour, and sparkling notes that come together to create a symphony of flavors, reminiscent of watching a beautiful sunset on the first warm evening of the season. The drink features a colorful layering effect that mirrors the hues of a summer sunset, making it not only delicious but visually appealing as well. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Gin (a floral gin is preferred) - 1 oz Aperol - 0.5 oz Homemade strawberry syrup - 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice - 2 oz Prosecco - Ice - Fresh basil leaves for garnish - Sliced strawberry for garnish - A pinch of pink Himalayan salt Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, Aperol, homemade strawberry syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt. 2. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 3. Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with ice, ensuring to leave enough room at the top for the Prosecco. 4. Gently pour the Prosecco over the back of a spoon or along the side of the glass to create a layered effect with the rest of the mixture. 5. Garnish with a fresh basil leaf and a sliced strawberry on the rim of the glass. Glass: Highball Glass The Sunset Serenade is a perfect toast to the joys and endless possibilities that the start of summer brings. Enjoy it as a refreshing start to your summer evenings or serve it at your summer kickoff gathering to impress and delight your guests.