ASIAN FLUSH || Sakura Cocktail Recipe

Cherry blossoms, cherry blossoms,
In fields, mountains and villages
As far as the eye can see.

- Sakura Sakura, traditional Japanese folk song

In celebration of Spring, we created a spring-themed cocktail, featuring cherry blossoms in a unique way. This drink is easy to make, and does not require a professional bartending kit. A simple measuring cup, a spoon and a pair of chopsticks for stirring is all you need.

INGREDIENTS

• gin

• grenadine

• oranges

• strawberry

• orange juice

• cranberry juice

• pomegranate juice

• cherry blossoms

We recommend using a container with a sealable lid. Start by adding ice, strawberry and 1 oz of gin to your mixing cup. Give the mixture a slight stir. Next, pour in a small amount of orange, cranberry and pomegranate juice. Close your container and shake the mixture vigorously – this is the best time to show off your bartending skills!

As a seasonal decorative detail, we picked fresh cherry blossom buds and froze them into our ice cubes. Perch the pretty floral cube on top of a bed of ice before pouring your cocktail mixture into the cup. For additional colour, you can line strawberries on the bottom of your glass.