The Fate Of Ophelia Recipe
Velvety citrus spice with a luxurious chocolate finish Dark chocolate washed cognac, saffron infused orange bitters, persimmon, cardamom, lime
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavor Enhancers
Fruits
Method
Preparation of Ingredients
- 1
Melt Dark Chocolate
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate over a pot of simmering water, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- 2
Prepare Cognac Mixture
In a shaker, combine the cognac, saffron, and orange bitters. Allow the saffron to infuse for about 5 minutes.
- 3
Prepare Fruits
Peel and slice the persimmon into thin wedges. Juice the lime and set aside.
Mixing and Assembly
- 4
Combine Mixtures
Add the melted dark chocolate to the cognac mixture and stir well to combine.
- 5
Add Fruit and Spice
Gently fold in the persimmon slices and the lime juice into the chocolate-cognac mixture. Add whole cardamom pods for an aromatic touch.
- 6
Chill and Serve
Pour the mixture into serving glasses and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled, garnished with additional persimmon slices if desired.