Perfect Love Potion Cocktail Recipe Easy Homemade Edible Flower Drink for Romantic Evenings
A delicate and charming cocktail featuring vodka, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, sparkling water, and edible flowers, perfect for romantic occasions and cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz (60 ml) vodka
- 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz (22 ml) simple syrup
- 2 oz (60 ml) sparkling water
- A small handful of edible flowers (nasturtium, pansies, or violets)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Juice one fresh lemon to yield about 1 oz (30 ml) of lemon juice. Measure out vodka, simple syrup, and sparkling water. Gently rinse and pat dry edible flowers and mint leaves if using.
- Fill your cocktail shaker about halfway with ice cubes to chill the liquid properly without watering it down too fast.
- Add 2 oz (60 ml) vodka, 1 oz (30 ml) fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz (22 ml) simple syrup into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is cold and well combined.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled glass using a fine mesh strainer to catch ice chips.
- Gently pour 2 oz (60 ml) sparkling water on top to add effervescence without losing delicate flavors.
- Float a small handful of edible flowers on top and tuck in a sprig of fresh mint for garnish.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the fizz and delicate floral notes.
Notes
Do not shake with sparkling water to preserve fizz; add sparkling water after shaking. Rinse edible flowers gently and pat dry to avoid watering down the cocktail. Adjust sweetness by adding more simple syrup or lemon juice to taste. Chill glassware ahead for best experience. Simple syrup can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 6.
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 10
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