Blooming Oasis
In my ancestral village, nestled along the Ganges River near Kolkata, my grandmother's stories of the river's sacred waters inspired me. She'd say, "The Ganges holds secrets and stories, just like our family's ancient recipes."
I crafted "Blooming Oasis" to capture the essence of our village:
- Blue pea tea-infused gin, echoing the river's calming flow
- Elderflower syrup, symbolizing Grandma's gentle guidance
- Lime juice, representing the village's vibrant spirit
- Floral tea kombucha, honoring our traditional Ayurvedic practices
As the colors change, memories unfold:
- Summer afternoons spent playing by the river
- Grandma's tales of the Ganges' mystical powers
- Family gatherings under the mango tree
_Tagline:_ "Taste the tranquility of the Ganges, in every sip."
Ingredients
- - 2 oz Blue Pea Tea-Infused Gin
- - 1/2 oz Elderflower Syrup
- - 1/2 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- - 2 oz Floral Tea Kombucha
- - Garnish: Edible flower, lime wheel, sprig of mint
Steps
- 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 2. Add 2 oz blue pea tea-infused gin.
- 3. Add 1/2 oz elderflower syrup.
- 4. Squeeze in 1/2 oz fresh lime juice.
- 5. Muddle gently to combine.
- 6. Add a handful of ice and shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds.
- 7. Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with ice.
- 8. Top with 2 oz floral tea kombucha.
- 9. Garnish with edible flower, lime wheel, and mint sprig.
- *Tips & Variations:*
- - Use homemade blue pea tea-infused gin for a deeper flavor.
- - Adjust elderflower syrup to taste.
- - Substitute lime juice with gondhoraj lime for a unique twist.
- - Experiment with different floral tea kombucha flavors.
- - Garnish with edible flowers