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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lychee
If using fresh lychee, peel and pit the fruit, ensuring to remove any seeds. If using canned lychee, simply drain the syrup and set the lychee aside.
- 2
Gather Ingredients
Collect all ingredients including vodka, Hanjan soju, lychee pieces, and lychee syrup if applicable.
Mixing
- 3
Combine Spirits
In a cocktail shaker, pour in the vodka and Hanjan soju. If using canned lychee, add the lychee syrup as well.
- 4
Add Lychee
Add the lychee pieces to the shaker. If you like, you can lightly muddle the lychee to release some of their juices.
- 5
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Serving
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. You can use a fine mesh strainer to catch any bits of lychee.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish with fresh mint leaves and place a whole lychee fruit on the rim of the glass for an elegant touch.
- 8
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Kyoto Litchi cocktail!