🍹✨ Emerald Elixir Matcha Cocktail 🍵🥒
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Author:
Matcha Nude
Servings
1 cocktail/mocktail
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
5 minutes
Light, fresh, and undeniably elegant, the Emerald Elixir Cocktail is the perfect drink to sip on warm summer afternoons or elevate your next gathering with friends. Featuring the earthy vibrance of Matcha Nude paired with refreshing cucumber and a zesty kick of ginger, this cocktail (or mocktail!) is an experience in every sip.
🫶 Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Versatile: Easily transform this cocktail into a refreshing mocktail.
- Visually Stunning: The vibrant green hue from Matcha Nude is an instant showstopper.
- Flavorful Balance: The cucumber's freshness, zesty lemon, and earthy matcha create a harmonious blend.
- Simple Yet Elegant: Minimal ingredients with maximum flavor impact.
Ingredients
For the Cocktail:
- ½ oz honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water, stirred to combine)
- Substitute with your preferred liquid sweetener if needed.
- 3–5 slices cucumber (refreshing and light)
- ½ oz lemon juice (bright and citrusy)
- ½ oz Domaine de Canton (ginger liqueur) (adds a spicy-sweet kick)
- 1½ oz vodka (smooth and crisp)
- ½ tsp Matcha Nude (dissolved in 1 tbsp water for a vibrant green infusion)
- Optional Garnish: Cucumber ribbon and a slice of candied ginger
For the Mocktail:
- Replace Domaine de Canton with a splash of ginger juice
- Replace vodka with seltzer water
Directions
Muddle the Cucumber:
Add honey syrup and cucumber slices to a cocktail shaker.
Muddle gently to release the cucumber's refreshing juice.
Add the Ingredients
Add lemon juice, ginger liqueur (or ginger juice for mocktail), vodka (or seltzer water for mocktail), and the dissolved matcha to the shaker.
Dry shake (without ice) for 3–5 seconds to combine.
Shake it Up!
Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well-chilled and properly diluted.
Strain and Serve
Double-strain into a chilled coupe or cocktail glass to ensure a smooth pour.
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with a delicate cucumber ribbon and a slice of candied ginger for an extra touch of sophistication.
Recipe Note
🍸 Serving Suggestions:
- Serve as an elegant welcome drink at your next dinner party.
- Pair with light summer appetizers like cucumber bites or bruschetta.
- Enjoy poolside with good vibes and golden-hour lighting.
📸 Share Your Creation:
Raise a glass and share your Emerald Elixir Cocktail with us on Instagram! Tag @MatchaNude so we can toast to your matcha masterpiece.
🛍️ Get the Best Matcha for Your Recipe:
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