Date Night Delight

This unique Date Night Delight cocktail features a tongue-tingling simple syrup starring the contrasting flavors of bold black pepper and naturally sweet Medjool dates. Mixed with dark rum, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lime juice, it promises a delightful blend of spicy and refreshing flavors. The cocktail is a perfect choice for happy hour or a romantic evening.

Date Night Delight

A unique and flavorful cocktail with a spicy and refreshing blend of black pepper, Medjool dates, dark rum, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lime juice.

4.04 from 93 votes
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 6 mins
Total Time 16 mins

Ingredients

  • 10 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp coarse ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp crushed rosemary
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup ice
  • 2 tbsps Black Pepper Date Simple Syrup
  • 2 tbsps (1 oz) dark rum
  • 1 tbsp (1/2 oz) elderflower liqueur
  • 4 1/2 tsps fresh lime juice

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine dates, water, brown sugar, black pepper, and rosemary. Simmer until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve, being careful not to press too much pulp through.
  3. In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons of the strained mixture with cornstarch until well blended.
  4. Return the remaining strained mixture to the saucepan and stir in the cornstarch mixture until well blended. Bring to a simmer and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  5. Store the syrup in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  6. For 1 cocktail, place ice in a cocktail shaker and add Black Pepper Date Simple Syrup, rum, elderflower liqueur, and lime juice. Shake until well mixed and chilled.
  7. Strain into a beverage glass and garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary, if desired. Serve immediately.