5 Lavender Lassi Cocktails That Blend Herbal Heritage And Indian Cuisine
Blending the floral essence of lavender with the creamy notes of lassi is like bringing together the scent of the aromatic herb with the indulgence of Indian cuisine for a lip smacking flavour pairing.
Lavender and lassi is a rather unexpected and quirky mix particularly titillating for your taste buds when served as an accompaniment with your main meal that is full of spicy curries and vegetables cooked in heat packed gravies.
Lavender cocktails abound within mixology craft because its floral qualities add an exquisitely sophisticated touch to the drink. Lavender essence or syrup is often added to gin because the herbaceous notes of the spirit coupled with the aromas of the flower make for a heady combination.
So too, lassi cocktails are fast becoming a trend because the sweetness of the curd counteracts the overtly bitter notes of whisky or bourbon to arrive at a very well-balanced combination of flavours.
When lavender and lassi are brought together, it is only evident that the cocktails prepared out of this pairing will yield some delicious and creamy blends.
Read on below to know more about the different ways in which you can bring together lavender and lassi at the next house party you host:
Lavender Syrup And Lassi
One of the ways in which lavender can be incorporated into your lassi cocktails is in the form of lavender syrup. The sticky liquid exudes a very vibrant, floral aroma that spreads quickly through the drink creating a very inviting blend.
You can mix this syrup in lassi that is prepared from fresh buttermilk so the floral notes and sweet drink lead to a suitably flavoured concoction. For a boozy cocktail touch, add around 30 ml of gin, whose fresh notes will nicely compliment the refreshing qualities of a lassi.
Lavender Honey Syrup
If you are preparing sweet lassi to accompany your big meal featuring delicious Indian cuisine, you can add to it a touch of sweetness by blending the buttermilk with lavender and honey syrup. This floral syrup is prepared by adding a touch of sweet honey in its making so that the essence acquires a more complex flavour.
You can cut down on the sugar you add to this cocktail prepared by adding a 45 ml shot of vodka because honey will bring in the flavourful notes you would need to make the sweet lassi.
Lavender Garnish
A dried lavender flower garnish comes in handy when you are preparing a cocktail containing subtle tasting notes without the floral flavours becoming too overpowering.
Use lavender garnish in a lassi cocktail that is prepared by churning buttermilk and sugar into a frothy and creamy mix that is then blended with a splash of whisky for the buzz. Such a lavender lassi cocktail is the perfect pairing for an evening featuring other aromatic and spicy culinary fares like kebabs and biryanis so it can act as a soother amidst lots of bold flavours.
Lavender Simple Syrup
One of the easiest ways to prepare a lavender infused lassi cocktail is to add the floral essence into a simple syrup concoction that you would pour into your buttermilk. With this, the aromas of the flower seep right into the lassi mix and all you need to finish off this simple cocktail is the boozy touch of quality gin. The botanical notes of the spirit mingle splendidly with the aromatic simple syrup to lead to a well-balanced creamy cocktail.
Lavender And Cinnamon Lassi
Flavours of the aromatic cinnamon are often blended with spiced rum and buttermilk while making a signature lassi cocktail. To this mix, add a dash of lavender essence and create a layered drink that features floral and spicy flavours coming together in a blend of contrasting flavours.
You can serve this lassi chilled while savouring a meal comprising thick curries and succulent, meaty gravies.
