Bacan Guaro
The Guaro Lychee is a light, floral highball that brings together the smooth character of Bacan Guaro 29 with bright lime, fresh mint, and the subtle sweetness of lychee. Topped with tonic water for a refreshing lift, this cocktail offers a clean and cooling profile with gentle aromatics and a touch of tropical fruit. It’s an easy-drinking option that works just as well for a sunny afternoon as it does for evening sipping.
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Tasting Notes
The Guaro Lychee is light, refreshing, and floral with a soft touch of citrus. Bacan Guaro 29 brings a clean sugarcane base that lets the other flavors shine. The lime juice keeps it sharp and bright, while simple syrup adds balance. Lychee water brings mellow sweetness and a subtle floral note that pairs nicely with the citrus. The addition of mint makes it feel extra fresh. Tonic water finishes the drink with light bubbles and a dry edge. Together, it’s smooth, crisp, and gently tropical without being too sweet. The lychee and mint garnish makes it pop visually and aromatically.
Equipment and Glassware
You’ll need a cocktail shaker, jigger, and both a strainer and a fine mesh strainer to get a clean pour. A cutting board and paring knife will help with prepping your garnish. Use a large wine glass to hold the ice and the tonic water while giving room for the garnish. A cocktail pick is perfect for threading the lychee and mint together for a polished finish. Make sure your tonic water is well chilled this drink is best served cold and crisp.
Ingredients:
- 2.0 oz Bacan Guaro 29
- 1.0 oz lime juice
- 1.0 oz simple syrup
- 1.5 oz lychee water
- 3 mint leaves
- Tonic water
- Garnish: 2 lychee nuts and mint sprig
Ingredients
- Prepare a wine glass with ice.
- Shake all ingredients (except tonic water) with ice.
- Double strain into the prepared glass.
- Top with tonic water.
- Garnish with lychee nuts and a mint sprig on a cocktail pick.
Pro Tips
- Use fresh lime juice for the cleanest flavor
- Shake hard to activate the mint and blend the syrup fully
- Double strain to remove mint bits and keep the drink clean
- Chill your tonic water ahead of time it matters
- Gently stir after topping to combine without losing bubbles
- Want a bolder lychee flavor? Use canned lychee syrup diluted with water
- For a drier version, reduce the simple syrup slightly
- Try a flavored tonic (like elderflower) for a twist
- Use canned lychee in syrup for easy garnish
- Pick firm mint sprigs wilted ones won’t look or smell as fresh
When to Serve
The Guaro Lychee is great for warm afternoons, patio drinks, or brunch gatherings. It’s light and easy to sip, so it works well early in the day or as a first drink at a dinner party. It also fits right in at casual celebrations or cocktail hours where you want something refreshing that still feels thoughtful. Serve it alongside light bites like summer rolls, ceviche, or fruit platters. The floral and citrusy flavors make it a nice match for tropical or Asian-inspired dishes too.
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Ingredients
- 2.0 oz Bacan Guaro 29
- 1.0 oz lime juice
- 1.0 oz simple syrup
- 1.5 oz lychee water
- 3 mint leaves
- Tonic water
- Garnish: 2 lychee nuts and mint sprig
Instructions
- Prepare a wine glass with ice.
- Shake all ingredients (except tonic water) with ice.
- Double strain into the prepared glass.
- Top with tonic water.
- Garnish with lychee nuts and a mint sprig on a cocktail pick.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Gently slap the mint leaves before adding to the shaker to release more aroma.
- Use lychee water from canned lychees for a lightly sweet and authentic flavor.
- Chill your wine glass ahead of time to keep the drink colder longer.
