Exquisite Cocktail Recipes Infused With Saffron
Imagine a world where exotic flavours and traditional cocktails are combined with luxury and mixology. Welcome to the world of saffron-infused drinks, where the fragrant threads of this priceless spice give your beverages a boost. In this post, we'll examine three amazing cocktail recipes that, each owing to the alluring addition of saffron, radiate elegance and sophistication.
Saffron Infused Cocktail Recipes For You
1. Saffron Spiced Rum Sour
The Saffron-Spiced Rum Sour will take you to a paradise in the tropics. A symphony of flavours that will transport you to far-off places is created when the warmth of saffron, the rich depth of Captain Morgan Rum, and the zest of fresh citrus come together.
Ingredients
- 45 ml Captain Morgan Rum
- 15 ml saffron syrup
- 30 ml freshly squeezed lime juice
- Ice cubes
- Orange twist for garnish
Method
- Prepare the saffron syrup by dissolving saffron threads in an equal amount of hot water. Let it steep for 15 minutes, then strain.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes and add 45 ml of Captain Morgan Rum.
- Pour in 15 ml of saffron syrup and 30 ml of freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Shake vigorously until well-chilled, then strain the mixture into a rock glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a twist of orange peel for a citrusy aroma.
2. Saffron Spice Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned with Saffron Spice cocktail recipe is a sensory experience that combines the classic notes of Signature Premium Grain Whisky in the Old Fashioned cocktail recipe with the saffron’s mellow, earthy undertones. This cocktail recipe is proof that simplicity can be beautiful at times.
Ingredients
- 45ml Signature Premium Grain Whisky
- 1 Sugar Cube
- A pinch of Saffron threads
- 2 dashes of Angostura Bitters
- Orange peel, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- In a glass, muddle a sugar cube with a pinch of saffron threads.
- Add ice cubes and Signature Premium Grain Whisky.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Add two dashes of Angostura Bitters.
- Garnish with a twist of orange peel.
3. Saffron Spice Mule
The original Moscow Mule has been given a wonderful makeover with the addition of saffron’s enticing aroma in the form of the Saffron Spice Mule. Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka, ginger beer, and a dash of lime juice are combined in this drink to create a fiery and cooling treat.
Ingredients
- 45ml Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka
- 120ml Ginger Beer
- 15ml Fresh Lime Juice
- A pinch of saffron strands
- Lime wheel and saffron strands, for garnish
- Ice cubes
Method
- Add saffron strand in a glass and pour in 45 ml of Smirnoff No. 21 Vodka.
- Let it steep to ensure that the saffron strands are infused into the vodka.
- Fill a copper mug with ice cubes.
- Add saffron-infused vodka and fresh lime juice.
- Top off with ginger beer.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and a pinch of saffron strands
