Crimson Recipe
vodka, lemon juice, crimson simple syrup, velvet pomegranate purée.
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Ingredients
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Spirit
Juice
Syrup
Purée
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Prepare the Glass
Chill a cocktail glass by filling it with ice water. Set aside while you prepare the drink.
Make the Crimson Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts water and sugar. Add a few drops of red food coloring, if desired, to achieve a crimson color. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, then let it cool completely.
Mixing the Drink
Combine Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz of crimson simple syrup.
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Add Pomegranate Purée
Strain the mixture into the chilled cocktail glass, then gently pour 1 oz of velvet pomegranate purée over the top, allowing it to settle at the bottom.
Garnishing
Garnish the Cocktail
Add a lemon wheel and sprinkle pomegranate seeds on top for garnish.
Serve
Serve immediately and enjoy your Crimson cocktail!