Makrut Lime Spritz Recipe
Make Makrut Lime Spritz Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base
Sparkle & Finish
Garnish
Method
Prep
- 1
Chill glass
Place a coupe or highball glass in the freezer (or fill with ice water) to chill while you prepare the cocktail.
- 2
If you don't have bottled makrut lime juice, finely mince 2 fresh makrut lime leaves and muddle them with the simple syrup, then strain to yield about 1 ounce of fragrant makrut-infused syrup. Alternatively, gently bruise 2 leaves to release oils and steep briefly in 1 oz hot water, then cool and strain.
Build & Shake
- 3
Combine base ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, add the makrut lime juice, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, gin, and dry vermouth.
- 4
Add ice and shake
Fill the shaker with ice (about 3/4 full) and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.
- 5
Double-strain the contents of the shaker into the chilled glass (if using coupe) or a rocks glass filled with fresh ice to remove any leaf bits from the makrut infusion.
Top & Finish
- 6
Top the cocktail with 2.5 oz chilled soda water. If you prefer more sparkle and a hint of wine character, replace 1 oz of the soda water with 1 oz prosecco and gently stir once to integrate (avoid vigorous stirring to keep bubbles).
- 7
Add 1 dash of bitters if using to round out the flavors.
- 8
Garnish by gently slapping one makrut lime leaf between your palms to release its aroma, then float it on top of the drink. Add a thin lime wheel or a twist on the rim.
- 9
Serve immediately, noting the bright herbal-citrus aroma and light effervescence.