Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of Acetomel
- 1/2 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1/4 cup of orange blossom water
- 1/4 cup of honey
- 2 cups of sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Orange slices for garnish
Special equipment needed:
- Cocktail shaker
- Highball glasses
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the Acetomel, orange juice, orange blossom water, and honey. Shake well until the honey is dissolved.
2. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake again to chill the mixture.
3. Fill the highball glasses with ice cubes.
4. Pour the mixture into the glasses, filling them halfway.
5. Top each glass with sparkling water.
6. Garnish with orange slices.
Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: N/A
Temperature:
Serve chilled
Serving size:
This recipe makes 2 servings.
Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 150
Total fat: 0g
Saturated fat: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 10mg
Total carbohydrates: 39g
Dietary fiber: 0g
Sugars: 36g
Protein: 0g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- If you can't find Acetomel, you can use apple cider vinegar instead.
- If you don't have orange blossom water, you can use rose water or lavender water instead.
Variations:
- You can add a splash of gin or vodka to make it a cocktail.
- You can use lemon juice instead of orange juice for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to shake the mixture well to dissolve the honey.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor.
- Adjust the amount of honey to your taste.
Storage instructions:
This drink is best served fresh.
Reheating instructions:
N/A
Presentation ideas:
Serve in a highball glass with ice and an orange slice garnish.
Garnishes:
Orange slices
Pairings:
This drink pairs well with light salads or grilled seafood.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled shrimp skewers
- Mixed green salad with citrus vinaigrette
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the drink is too sweet, add more sparkling water.
- If the drink is too tart, add more honey.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients.
- Store any leftover ingredients properly.
Food history:
Acetomel is an ancient Roman drink made from honey and vinegar.
Flavor profiles:
This drink is sweet, tart, and refreshing.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a refreshing drink on a hot summer day.
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Taste: Refreshing, Citrusy, Sweet, Tart, Floral