The Floor Is Guava Recipe

Combine ingredients

Add 2 oz Old Forester Bourbon, 1 oz guava puree (or nectar), 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz orgeat, 0.25 oz vanilla syrup and 2 dashes Angostura bitters into a cocktail shaker.

Dry shake (optional)

If using fresh guava puree (thicker), dry shake (shake without ice) vigorously for 8–10 seconds to help emulsify the fruit and orgeat for a silkier texture.

Shake with ice

Add ice (enough to fill the shaker) and shake hard for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is well chilled and slightly frosted.

Strain

Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled rocks glass over one large ice cube or into a coupe if preferred. Double straining removes pulp and small ice shards for a clean sip while preserving texture.

Express a lemon wheel over the drink to release oils, then rim the glass lightly with the peel and drop the wheel into the cocktail or rest it on the rim.

Optional: slap the mint sprig to release aroma and place it on the edge of the glass. Finish with a very light dusting of grated nutmeg or cinnamon over the top if desired.

Serve immediately. Recommend serving for 1 guest per recipe; enjoy responsibly.