Smoked Purple Martini
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Vodka or Gin
- 1 oz Blue Curacao
- 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- Simple Syrup (adjust to taste)
- Purple Food Coloring (optional)
- Wood chips for smoking (e.g., cherry wood)
- Cocktail shaker
- Smoke Finale Cocktail Smoker
- Chilled martini glass
- Purple edible flower or twist of lemon peel (for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions:
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Prepare the Smoking Device:
- Set up your cocktail smoker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Alternatively, use a smoker box or handheld culinary torch with wood chips.
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Prep the Martini Glass:
- Chill a martini glass in the freezer or by filling it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.
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Prepare the Cocktail:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka or gin, Blue Curacao, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of simple syrup. Adjust the simple syrup to achieve your desired level of sweetness.
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Add Purple Color (Optional):
- If you want a vibrant purple color, add a drop or two of purple food coloring to the cocktail mixture. Mix well to achieve the desired hue.
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Shake the Cocktail:
- Add ice to the cocktail shaker and shake the mixture vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
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Smoke the Cocktail:
- Place the cocktail shaker on a flat surface. Insert the smoking tube from the device into the shaker and ignite the wood chips. Allow the smoke to fill the shaker.
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Infuse the Cocktail:
- Once the shaker is filled with smoke, carefully remove the smoking tube and quickly seal the shaker with its lid. Let the cocktail infuse with the smoky flavors for about 20-30 seconds.
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Strain the Cocktail:
- Open the shaker and strain the smoked cocktail into the chilled martini glass. The smoky aromas should be captured in the glass.
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Garnish:
- Add a purple edible flower or a twist of lemon peel to the rim of the glass for an elegant and aromatic garnish.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve your purple smoked martini immediately to enjoy the visually striking cocktail and the subtle smoky undertones.
Remember to exercise caution when working with fire and smoke. The goal is to infuse the drink with smoky aromas while maintaining the appealing purple color. Adjust the amount of wood chips based on your preference for smokiness. Enjoy your unique and flavorful purple smoked martini responsibly!