Paul Kushner
The Blue Flame cocktail is a stunning, flavorful creation that brings together the boldness of gin, the sweetness of blue curaçao, and the spiciness of honey chili syrup. Topped with ginger beer and a dash of grapefruit bitters, this drink offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and citrusy notes. With a beautiful garnish of fresh chili, a lime wheel, and an edible flower, this cocktail is as visually captivating as it is delicious.
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Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 0.5 oz blue curaçao
- 0.5 oz honey chili syrup
- 3 dashes Grapefruit bitters
- Ginger beer to top
- Fresh chili, lime wheel, and edible flower for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, blue curaçao, honey chili syrup, and a few dashes of grapefruit bitters.
- Add ice and shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain the cocktail into your glass.
- Top with ginger beer for a refreshing, fizzy finish.
- Garnish with a fresh chili, a lime wheel, and an edible flower for a striking presentation.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Blue Flame creation!
Notes
Pro Tips
- For a stronger chili flavor, muddle a slice of fresh chili in the shaker before adding the other ingredients.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less honey chili syrup, depending on your preference.
- Use a high-quality ginger beer to enhance the spicy and citrusy notes of the cocktail.
Tasting Notes
The Blue Flame cocktail offers a delightful balance of gin’s botanicals, the sweetness of blue curaçao, and the unique spiciness from the honey chili syrup. The grapefruit bitters add a zesty touch, while the ginger beer provides a refreshing, bubbly finish. The garnish of fresh chili, lime, and edible flower completes the cocktail, making it both visually appealing and flavorful.
