Sister City Robert Mondavi Recipe

Combine and chill

Add 3 oz sake, 0.75 oz Calpico concentrate, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, 0.25 oz yuzu juice, and 0.25 oz simple syrup into a cocktail shaker.

Add ice and shake

Fill the shaker with ice (about 1 cup). Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until the outside of the shaker is cold and slightly frosted. This aerates the Calpico and chills the sake without over-diluting it.

Strain

Double-strain the mixture into a chilled coupe or Nick & Nora glass (or serve over fresh ice in a rocks glass if preferred). Use a fine mesh strainer in addition to the shaker strainer to remove small ice shards and any pulp.

Optional top

If you prefer a lighter, more effervescent drink, top with 1 oz chilled sparkling water and gently stir once to combine.

Express the oils of a small piece of yuzu or lemon peel over the surface of the drink, then rub the peel on the glass rim and drop it in. Alternatively, float a lime wheel or place a lime twist on the rim. If using yuzu zest, sprinkle the 0.25 tsp very lightly over the top to accentuate aroma.

Serve immediately. Recommend pairing with light seafood or vegetable dishes; yields a bright, slightly tangy cocktail with creamy milk-like notes from the Calpico and floral rice character from the sake.