Forbidden Gourd Recipe
Captain Morgan, Amaretto, forbidden simple, carrot juice, pumpkin puree, chocolate bitters, whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Liquors
Simple Syrup
Juices & Purees
Bitters & Garnish
Method
Preparation of Simple Syrup
- 1
Make the Forbidden Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Once dissolved, remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Allow to cool before using.
Cocktail Assembly
- 2
Mix the Cocktail
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine 1.5 oz of Captain Morgan Spiced Rum, 1 oz of Amaretto Liqueur, 2 oz of carrot juice, 2 oz of pumpkin puree, and 1 oz of the forbidden simple syrup. Shake well until chilled.
- 3
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass. Add 2 dashes of chocolate bitters on top.
- 4
Garnish
Top the cocktail with 0.5 cup of whipped cream. Optionally, sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg on top for added flavor.
