Paul Kushner
Brighten up your holiday celebrations with the Winter Wonderland, a refreshing blend of vodka, elderflower liqueur, and blood orange juice topped with sparkling ginger beer. Garnished with pomegranate arils and a sprig of fresh thyme or mint, this cocktail is festive, flavorful, and easy to enjoy.
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Servings: 1
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- ½ ounce elderflower liqueur
- 1½ ounces blood orange juice
- Ginger beer to top
- Pomegranate arils for garnish
- 1 mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by filling a cocktail glass with ice.
- Pour in the vodka, elderflower liqueur, and blood orange juice.
- Top with ginger beer, giving the drink a gentle stir to mix.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of pomegranate arils and a sprig of fresh thyme or mint for a festive finish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the holiday flavors!
Notes
Pro Tips
- For a more intense citrus flavor, add a splash of fresh lemon or lime juice.
- Chill the ginger beer and blood orange juice beforehand for an extra refreshing cocktail.
- If blood oranges are out of season, substitute with regular orange juice and a splash of pomegranate juice for color.
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Tasting Notes
The Winter Wonderland is a delightful mix of sweet blood orange, floral elderflower, and zesty ginger beer. The pomegranate arils add a burst of tartness and a festive pop of color, while the thyme or mint sprig gives a fresh, aromatic touch to each sip. It’s a perfect cocktail for holiday gatherings and celebrations!
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