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Shake Aquavit, Lemon Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Rich Simple Syrup 2:1 with ice. Strain into a cocktail glass.

I decided to create a cocktail using Karo corn syrup, an unconventional sweetener that's not widely accepted in mixology circles. The aquavit's richness and saltiness complemented this choice beautifully, while the spice brought complexity. Clarifying the citrus enhanced both flavor and appearance, resulting in a visually clean drink with a luscious, almost glass-like texture. Truly remarkable!

Method
Shaken
Glass
cocktail
Difficulty
Medium
Flavor Profile
Bitter
Citrus
Herbal
Sour
Sweet

Ingredients

Servings:
1
Your bar: 0/4
Rich Simple Syrup 2:1
15 ml
Light Karo Syrup (star anise & clove infused- see note
Aquavit
45 ml
Grapefruit Juice
15 ml
clarified
Lemon Juice
15 ml
clarified
🌱 Vegan🌾 Gluten-free

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Instructions

  1. Combine all components in a mixing tin, stirring vigorously to blend the Karo syrup thoroughly.
  2. Pack the tin with ice and shake rigorously for thorough cooling.
  3. Pour the mixture through a strainer into a pre-chilled single martini glass (4.5oz).
  4. Decorate with a star anise pod.

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