These Valentine’s Special Cocktails will surely spark romance, elevate the mood, and make your celebrations extra special!
High Heat, Higher Love
A bold and fiery cocktail that balances the smoky depth of reposado tequila with the tangy brightness of clarified strawberry shrub and the heat of Guntur chilli. The subtle herbaceous notes of coriander add complexity, making it a perfect choice for those who enjoy a spicy kick with a sophisticated twist.
Whether you’re a fan of smoky spirits or love a touch of heat in your drink, this cocktail recipe from Samarth Baban Gangthade, Assistant F&B Manager, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, Bangalore is sure to leave a lasting impression with every sip.
Samarth Baban Gangthade, Assistant F&B Manager, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, Bangalore shares cocktail recipes
Ingredients:
• Reposado Tequila: 45ml
• Clarified Strawberry Shrub: 30ml
• Jalapeño Brine: 5ml
• Guntur Chili (to muddle)
• Coriander Leaves (to muddle)
For the Homemade Clarified Strawberry Shrub:
• Chopped Strawberries: 100g
• Red Wine Vinegar: 100ml
• Whole Spices: 5g
• Granulated Sugar: 60g
Method for Shrub:
- Cook all ingredients until well combined.
- Use a coffee filter paper for clarification.
Cocktail Method:
- Muddle Guntur chilli and coriander leaves.
- Add all ingredients and shake.
- Fine strain over a clear ice cube.
- Garnish with coriander salt and a coriander sprig.
Love in the Clouds:
A delicate and ethereal cocktail that combines the floral elegance of sakura syrup with the crisp botanical notes of pink gin, finished with a sparkling touch of Tropicale wine. The golden shimmer and edible flower garnish elevate this drink into a romantic and whimsical experience.
Ingredients:
• Sakura Syrup: 7.5ml
• London Dry Pink Gin: 15ml
• Tropicale Sparkling Wine: 120ml
• Golden Glitter: A pinch
• Edible Flowers (for garnish)
Cocktail Method:
- Add gin
- Add sakura syrup and stir well
- Top up with Tropicale sparkling wine
- Garnish with edible flower petals
La Vie en Rose (Single Serve)
Created by Nitin Goyal, Bar Manager at The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore, La Vie en Rose is a refreshing and floral cocktail with a sparkling twist. Light, elegant, and beautifully balanced, it’s the perfect drink to celebrate special moments with a touch of sophistication.
- Ingredients:
- Beefeater Gin: 60ml
- Rhubarb Cordial: 30ml
- Rose Sacrum: 1 bar spoon
- Lime Juice: 10ml
- Sparkling Wine: to top
- Dehydrated Rose Petal: for garnish
Method:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice
- Add gin, rhubarb cordial, rose sacrum, and lime juice
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled
- Double strain into a chilled champagne flute
- Top with sparkling wine
- Garnish with dehydrated rose petals
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