Lemon-Gold Reverie
Refreshing cocktail blending Italian and Nepali flavors.
Description:
Inspired by the sun-drenched zest of Italy meeting the soulful heritage of Nepal, the Lemon-Gold Reverie is a vibrant, refreshing cocktail that brings together bright, citrusy notes and the earthy, nutty backbone of Raksi Whiskey. A splash of limoncello lifts the palate, while a hint of cardamom syrup adds a subtle spice, realizing a truly global celebration in every sip.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz Raksi Whiskey (millet-based)
- 1 oz limoncello
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz cardamom syrup (homemade: equal parts water and sugar simmered with crushed cardamom pods)
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- Sparkling water, to top
- Lemon wheel and cardamom pod, for garnish
Glass:
Serve in a chilled Collins glass.
Instructions:
Add Raksi Whiskey, limoncello, lemon juice, cardamom syrup, and orange bitters to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well until chilled. Strain into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice. Top with sparkling water and gently stir. Garnish with a lemon wheel and a whole cardamom pod.
Sip, savor, and let the fusion transport you!