6 Cocktails Inspired By Names Of American Places
Up for a tour across the culinary cultures of the USA? Instead of a map, here are a few cocktails. Each corner of America has its own cadence and personality. And these rhythms are captured in a collection of cocktails. Each drink becomes a postcard from a different American city, complete with its different flavours and experiences.
Manhattan Meets Kentucky
The bustling streets of New York City have inspired ballads, broadways and speakeasies. The classic Manhattan named after an area in this city acquires a southern finish with the addition of 15 ml whisky. Add 15 ml apple cider for a nod to the Big Apple and a sprinkle of cinnamon bitters — for a coming together of NYC's and Kentucky's charm.
NOLA Voodoo Queen
Dive into the heart of New Orleans, a city where every corner hums with music and history. The NOLA Voodoo Queen is a cocktail as interesting as the city itself. Mix 30 ml spiced rum with a splash of passion fruit juice and a bit of lime, embodying the city’s eclectic vibe. Top this off with a hint of grenadine, capturing the shades of a French Quarter sunset.
Sun-Kissed Floridian Fizz
Touch down in sunny Florida, where the air tastes like salt and citrus. This drink can be made by mixing 45 ml grapefruit juice for a tart flavour, some lime juice and a dash of simple syrup because life in Florida is said to be sweet and tangy. Blend this mix full of flavours of the beach town with 30 ml gin.
Texan Twang
Now, go over to Texas and its large expanses of land. Use a crisp 30 ml tequila with a homemade mesquite-smoked syrup for that BBQ feel, and add a splash of prickly pear syrup for a sweet flavour in this cocktail.
Denver’s Delight
In Denver, where the air is as crisp as the mountain vistas, and this cocktail mirrors this weather. Blend 30 ml whisky with a splash of ginger ale and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. The drink is a tribute to the Colorado Rockies and can be had to raise a toast to a day spent in the great outdoors.
Chicago Chill
Up north in Chicago, the winds whip around skyscrapers. Here's a gin-based number with a dash of violet liqueur. Mix 30 ml gin with a dash of crème de violette — as an ode to the city’s artistic flair. Add a lemon twist for garnish and serve a deep purple-hued cocktail.
West Coast Wanderlust
One can hardly skip the west coast, with its laidback feel and diverse neighbourhoods. Mix 30 ml green tea for the essence of those lush northern forests, 15 ml fresh orange juice for sunny southern California vibes, and a drizzle of honey for a touch of sweetness. This will be like a leisurely drive down the Pacific Coast Highway.
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