Hump Day Cocktailing – Chartreuse Daisy #fitfam
Chartreuse Daisy: The Chic & Simple Cocktail That’s Blooming with Flavor!
Hey, style mavens and cocktail connoisseurs! Get ready to fall head-over-heels for our new crush: the Chartreuse Daisy! Just like that perfect minimalist outfit that still turns heads, this drink is a clever and oh-so-chic twist on a classic, dreamed up by the brilliant minds at Squable.
They took the classic daisy blueprint – a little sour, a little bubbly perfection – and gave it a seriously stylish upgrade! Swapping out the usual gin for the uniquely vibrant and subtly sweet yellow Chartreuse? Genius! And that touch of luscious raspberry syrup? Pure flavor harmony! Get ready for a sip that’s both intriguing and utterly delightful.
Why We’re Raising Our Stylish Glasses:
- Chartreuse Charm: That yellow Chartreuse is the It-girl of this cocktail! It brings a complex, herbaceous sweetness that’s way more interesting than your average spirit.
- Raspberry Kiss: That hint of raspberry syrup adds a flirty, fruity sweetness that perfectly balances the Chartreuse’s botanical notes. It’s like the perfect pop of color in your outfit!
- Effortless Elegance: It’s a sophisticated drink that’s surprisingly simple to make. Just like that perfectly draped dress that looks like you didn’t even try (but you totally did!).
- A Twist on Tradition: We love a classic, but a clever remix? Even better! This Daisy feels fresh, modern, and totally you.
Ingredients
- 1 ounce yellow Chartreuse
- 1/2 ounce gin, preferably Citadelle
- 1/4 ounce lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce raspberry syrup (see Editor’s Note)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing tin and shake with ice.
- Strain into a skinny Collins glass over crushed ice.
- Garnish with firestix flowers, raspberries and a lemon wheel.
Fashionable Garnish:
- The Raspberry & Mint Sprig: Skewer a plump, fresh raspberry and a vibrant sprig of mint. Rest this stylish duo across the rim of your glass. The red and green against the yellow of the drink? Très chic!
- 2 firestix flowers, 2 raspberries, lemon wheel
Get ready to sip in style! This Chartreuse Daisy is your new go-to for effortless cool. Cheers, darlings!
Recipe from punchdrink.com
Enjoy with some Hump Day iTunes!
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