Pink Moon Cocktail

The Pink Moon Cocktail is smooth, slightly fruity, and easy to sip. It usually blends ingredients like grapefruit juice, elderflower liqueur, and vodka or gin for a drink that’s light but still flavorful. The soft pink color gives it a calm, mellow vibe, while the citrus keeps things fresh. It’s a great choice for spring evenings, casual get-togethers, or anytime you want something simple that still looks great in a glass. The Pink Moon is laid-back but thoughtful a drink that feels chill without being boring.

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Tasting Notes

This Pink Moon Cocktail is floral, citrusy, and just a little unexpected. Gin gives it a clean, fruity base with a soft grape note, while lime juice adds a bright, tart edge. Violette liqueur brings in a floral layer and gives the drink its eye-catching color. Lemongrass syrup adds a light herbal twist that ties everything together. The result is crisp, smooth, and layered—with a delicate balance of floral and citrus flavors that finishes clean. The blackberries add a fresh, fruity aroma right at the top.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a cocktail shaker, a jigger for measuring, and a strainer. A citrus press makes the lime juice quick and easy. If your lemongrass syrup is thick, give it a good stir before adding. Serve the drink in a Rocks glass or Nick and Nora glass for a neat presentation that highlights the color. A cocktail pick works well for the blackberry garnish, or you can float them directly in the drink.

Ingredients

• 2 oz gin
• 1 oz lime juice
• 0.5 oz violette liqueur
• 0.25 oz lemongrass syrup
• Garnish: fresh blackberries

Instructions

• Add gin, lime juice, violette liqueur, and lemongrass syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake well until chilled.
• Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice.
• Drop in a few fresh blackberries or skewer them on a cocktail pick.

Pro Tips

• Use a high-quality ginwith a clean finish this drink depends on it.
• If your violette liqueur is strong, stick to 0.5 oz or less to keep it from overpowering the citrus.
• Shake hard to chill and combine everything well.
• Lemongrass syrup can be homemade or store-bought just make sure it’s fresh and balanced.
• For a brighter finish, express a lime twist over the drink before serving, though it’s optional.

When to Serve

This Pink Moon Cocktail is a great cocktail for spring nights, brunch, or events where you want something floral and different. It’s light and refreshing, but still structured enough for cocktail hour. The color and flavor make it a fun choice for showers, weddings, or small dinner parties. Serve it when you want a drink that looks great and offers something a little out of the ordinary.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

• Choose a gin with bright, clean flavors that won’t overpower the fresh ingredients.
• Bombay Sapphire, Hendrick’s, or Tanqueray are all good options.
• For violette liqueur, Rothman & Winter is a solid choice that gives good flavor and color without being overly sweet.
• Lemongrass syrup can be homemade by simmering lemongrass with sugar and water, or try a craft brand like Liquid Alchemist.
• Use fresh lime juice to keep the citrus note sharp and clean.
• Fresh, firm blackberries make the best garnish.

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