Violet Fauxregard Recipe
violet simple syrup | blueberry | lemon | club
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Ingredients
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Violet Simple Syrup
Cocktail Ingredients
Method
Violet Simple Syrup Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- 2
Infuse with Violet Flowers
Once the sugar is dissolved, add 1 cup of dried violet flowers. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes.
- 3
Strain the Syrup
After steeping, strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a clean jar or bottle, discarding the violet flowers. Allow it to cool completely before using.
Cocktail Assembly
- 4
Muddle the Blueberries
In a cocktail shaker, add 1 cup of fresh blueberries. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the blueberries, releasing their juices.
- 5
Add Lemon Juice and Syrup
Pour in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of the prepared violet simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled blueberries.
- 6
Shake the Mixture
Fill the shaker with ice cubes to taste, then secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
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