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Spiced Plum Fizz Cocktail


Ingredients:

  • 2 oz plum liqueur or plum vodka
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 oz spiced simple syrup (recipe below)
  • Club soda, to top
  • Fresh plum slices, for garnish
  • Star anise or cinnamon stick, for garnish
  • Ice cubes

For Spiced Simple Syrup:

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 1 star anise

Instructions :

1. Make the Spiced Simple Syrup:

  1.     In a small saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and star anise.
  2.     Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  3.     Simmer for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool completely. Strain out the spices.

2. Prepare the Cocktail:

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the plum liqueur (or plum vodka), lime juice, spiced simple syrup, and ice.
  2. Shake well for about 15 seconds until the mixture is chilled.
  3. Strain into a glass filled with ice.

3. Top with Club Soda:

  1. Add a splash of club soda to give the cocktail a fizzy finish.

4. Garnish and Serve:

  1. Garnish with fresh plum slices and a star anise or cinnamon stick for a touch of holiday charm.
  2. Serve immediately and enjoy the rich, spiced flavors!


Tips :

  1. For a deeper plum flavor, use fresh plums to muddle with the simple syrup before shaking.
  2. Adjust the spiced syrup to your taste by adding more or less of the spices.
  3. Serving Suggestions
  4. The Spiced Plum Fizz Cocktail is excellent as a pre-dinner drink or alongside hearty appetizers. Its warming spices make it especially ideal for holiday celebrations or cozy nights by the fire.

Cheers to seasonal sips!