Sexy Lexi Recipe

Muddle raspberries

Place the 4 fresh raspberries into the bottom of a cocktail shaker. Add the simple syrup (0.5 oz). Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently muddle the raspberries until broken down and juicy but not pulverized — you want flavor and a bit of texture.

Add main ingredients

Into the shaker add vodka (2 oz), elderflower liqueur (0.75 oz), freshly squeezed lime juice (0.75 oz), cranberry juice (1.5 oz) and the egg white (0.5 of an egg) if using. No ice yet.

Dry shake

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds. This 'dry shake' emulsifies the egg white and builds a silky foam (skip the dry shake if not using egg white).

Wet shake

Open the shaker, add a generous handful of ice (enough to chill well), then seal and shake hard for 10–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and the drink is well chilled.

Double strain and serve

Double strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe or martini glass to remove raspberry seeds and ice shards. If you prefer a taller presentation, serve over fresh ice in a rocks glass.

Top (optional)

If desired, gently float 1 oz sparkling water or prosecco on top for effervescence. Pour slowly over the back of a spoon to preserve foam.

Garnish and finish

Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim or a fresh raspberry dropped into the foam. Serve immediately.