Behind the Recipes
Phoenix Cocktail by Divya Gugnani
Makes 8 servings
INGREDIENTS:
1 can lychee nuts packed in syrup
1 stalk lemongrass
1 liter bottle premium vodka
2 Cups fresh orange juice (no pulp)
1 Cup black currant nectar
1 orange, for 8 orange rinds
PREPARATION:
1. Slice lemongrass lengthwise and bruise to release the oils.
2. Pour vodka into a pitcher and add lychee nuts and lemongrass. Chill vodka pitcher and martini glasses in the refrigerator.
3. Pack martini shaker with ice and pour approx. 1/2 cup of vodka over ice.
4. Strain into chilled martini glass.
5. In center of glass, slowly pour 1/4 cup fresh orange juice. You should see a layering effect.
6. Slowly pour 1/8 cup black currant nectar into center of glass. You should have 3 distinct layers, black, orange and clear at the top.
7. Peel 8 long orange rinds. Garnish with rinds and serve.
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