Cerulean Elixir

This stunning gin sour, known as the Cerulean Elixir, is a feast for the eyes with its vibrant blue hue. The addition of blue spirulina and a float of butterfly pea-infused gin elevates this simple cocktail to a mesmerizing level. The tang of lime juice and the sweetness of simple syrup perfectly balance the botanical notes of the gin, making it a refreshing and visually captivating drink.

Cerulean Elixir

A visually stunning gin sour featuring blue spirulina and a float of butterfly pea-infused gin, the Cerulean Elixir is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that is sure to impress.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/8 tsp blue spirulina powder
  • 1 oz clear gin
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 2 dashes lemon bitters
  • 1/2 oz purple gin (Empress, or butterfly pea-infused spirit)

Instructions

  1. Combine the lime juice and blue spirulina powder, ensuring the powder is fully dissolved.
  2. Add the clear gin, simple syrup, and lemon bitters to the mixture.
  3. If using ice, add it to your serving glass. Otherwise, chill your serving glass with a slush of water and ice.
  4. Shake the drink mixture with ice for about 15-20 shakes.
  5. Strain the cocktail into your serving glass.
  6. Measure the purple gin into a jigger. Slowly pour the gin onto a bar spoon held over the top of the glass to create a darker layer on the drink's surface.
  7. Serve immediately.