Summerproof cocktail

Feeling like spoiling your friends with this delicious, summery cocktail? This summerproof cocktail combines the delicate flavor of chamomile with the zesty grapefruit and the warm tones of whiskey. And the best part? You can prepare this cocktail in your favourite saucepan.

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Preparation

Start by making the chamomile tea.

  1. Mix the water and sugar over medium heat.
  2. Bring it to a boil and stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  3. Remove the pan from the heat and add the tea bags while stirring.
  4. Cover the pan and let it steep for 15 minutes.
  5. Remove the tea bags from the pan and discard them.
  6. Place the saucepan in the refrigerator and let it cool to room temperature or chill it further. This for minimum 1 hour.

Ready to make our cocktail!

  1. Put the grapefruit juice and half of the strawberries in a blender.
  2. Mix everything until smooth.
  3. Pour the mixture into a pitcher.
  4. Add the chamomile syrup, whisky, and tonic.
  5. Add the strawberry slices as decoration, and finally the ice cubes so you can serve it ice-cold.
  6. Add some ice cubes to your glass, then pour in the punch. Garnish with fresh flowers, a slice of grapefruit, and a strawberry.
  7. Cheers!

 

 

Want to make the party complete? Serve this cocktail with balanced snacks. Think of salmon rolls with cream cheese and dill, roasted figs with goat cheese and honey, or mini meatballs in a whisky glaze. Your guests will be excited!

Enjoy the summer and let your BEKA saucepan do the work!


 

Ingredients

  • 12 people

    Chamomile syrup

    • 3 cups water
    • 2 ½ cups sugar
    • 8 chamomile tea bags

    Punch

    • 4 cups fresh grapefruit juice
    • 1 box fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
    • 3 cups whisky
    • a few dashes of tonic
    • Ice cubes for serving
    • Fresh grapefruit slices for serving (optional)

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