Experimental: Olympics Dreamsicle
I’ve been watching the Winter Olympics nonstop for the last few days and wanted to feature a drink inspired by the host city and the Olympic spirit. The Olympics Dreamsicle is a variation of this recipe and is made with soju, a clear distilled alcohol that is typically enjoyed as a shot. The sweetness of the soju, orange juice, and honey syrup is balanced by a tart passion fruit juice. This is the perfect drink to enjoy while cheering on your favorite athletes!
Sidecar Recipe (1 serving)
- 2 oz. soju (unflavored)
- 0.5 oz. honey syrup
- 0.5 oz. fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz. coconut milk (unsweetened)
- 0.25 oz. passion fruit syrup (blend equal parts passion fruit pulp with water)
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Citrus press
- Jigger
- Hawthorne strainer
- Fine mesh strainer
- Old Fashioned glass, stored in the freezer
- Large ice, either square or round
Directions
- Prepare the passion fruit juice and pour 0.25 ounces of juice into the shaker
- Squeeze 0.5 ounces of orange juice and add to the shaker
- Add the honey syrup, coconut milk, and soju into the shaker
- Add 3-4 handfuls of ice into the container and seal the shaker
- Shake vigorously for at least 20 seconds and the shaker is completely frosted
- Take the glass out of the freezer and add a large ice
- Place a Hawthorne strainer on top of the shaker and double-strain the drink through a fine mesh strainer placed over the glass
- To garnish, cut a wedge of orange and place inside the glass
Geonbae!
