Goldies Sunset Recipe

Chill glass

Place a highball or Collins glass in the freezer for a few minutes or fill with ice and set aside to chill while preparing the cocktail.

Muddle mint (light)

In a mixing tin or shaker, place 4 fresh mint leaves. Gently slap between your palms to release aromatics, then lightly muddle once or twice — avoid shredding so the drink doesn't go bitter.

Add 2 oz Ketel One Vodka, 1 oz peach schnapps, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz hibiscus syrup, and 0.25 oz simple syrup (if using) into the shaker with the muddled mint.

Fill the shaker with ice, cap, and shake vigorously for about 10–12 seconds until well chilled and slightly diluted.

Remove the chilled glass or dump the chilling ice. Fill the glass with crushed ice or fresh ice cubes (about 1 cup).

Double-strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over the ice to keep mint bits out (use a Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh if available).

Top gently with 1 oz cold filtered water or soda water to lengthen and create a subtle lift, then give the drink one short stir (1–2 rotations) to combine.

Garnish with the remaining 2 mint leaves (slap first to release aroma) tucked near the rim, a lime wheel on the rim, and optionally float a dried or candied hibiscus petal on top for color.

Serve immediately with a straw or without, and advise the drinker to lightly muddle the mint into the drink with their straw if they want more mint flavor as they sip.