Ube Spring Blossom

Embrace the freshness of spring with the Ube Spring Blossom, a visually stunning and palate-refreshing cocktail that promises a light, not-too-creamy experience with the delightful essence of ube at its heart. This cocktail is a testament to innovation, combining the unique flavor of ube with a blend of crisp, tangy elements to create a drink that's as enjoyable to sip as it is to behold. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz Ube-infused vodka: To prepare, infuse plain vodka with ube powder for at least 48 hours, then strain. - 0.5 oz Elderflower liqueur - 0.75 oz Fresh lemon juice - 0.75 oz Simple syrup (adjust based on your sweetness preference) - 2-3 Fresh basil leaves - Soda water - A dash of butterfly pea flower extract (for color) - Ice cubes Garnish: - Thinly sliced lemon wheel - A sprig of lavender or edible violet for a touch of spring Glass: - Highball glass Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the basil leaves gently with the lemon juice and simple syrup to release the flavors. 2. Add the ube-infused vodka, elderflower liqueur, and butterfly pea flower extract to the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into the highball glass filled with ice. 5. Top with soda water for a refreshing fizz. 6. Gently stir to create a mesmerizing color gradient. 7. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a sprig of lavender or edible violet. The Ube Spring Blossom is designed to be a light and refreshing cocktail, perfect for welcoming the warmer days of spring. The uniqueness of ube provides a subtle, earthy sweetness, balanced perfectly with the zesty lemon and floral notes from the elderflower and butterfly pea flower extract. Enjoy this beautifully layered drink that's as easy on the eyes as it is delightful to sip.