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Saigon Sunset, Vietnamese whiskey cocktail with tropical and aromatic notes

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Saigon Sunset, Vietnamese whiskey cocktail with tropical and aromatic notes

Saigon Sunset

Saigon Sunset

Instructions

The Saigon Sunset is an innovative cocktail that combines the rich flavors of Vietnamese whiskey with tropical and aromatic notes, perfect for sipping as the sun dips below the horizon. Its unique blend of ingredients offers a symphony of flavors that are both refreshing and complex, with a beautiful presentation that evokes the vibrant colors of a sunset in Saigon.

Ingredients:
– 2 oz Vietnamese whiskey
– 1 oz lychee liqueur
– 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
– 1/2 oz ginger syrup
– 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
– Sparkling water
– Garnish: thin slice of dragon fruit and a sprig of mint

Instructions:
1. Fill a shaker with ice cubes.
2. Add the Vietnamese whiskey, lychee liqueur, fresh lime juice, ginger syrup, and Angostura bitters to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients thoroughly.
4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with ice.
5. Top off with sparkling water for a gentle fizz.
6. Garnish with a thin slice of dragon fruit on the rim and a sprig of mint.

Glass: Highball glass

Serve the Saigon Sunset with a smile and watch as it brings the warm, inviting flavors of Vietnam to your palate, reminiscent of a tranquil evening spent watching the sun set over the bustling streets of Saigon.