Benten's White Orchid Cocktail
Inspired by Benten's cool precision and his white orchid calling card, this cocktail delivers a potent, elegant kick, marrying the delicate sweetness of lychee with the botanical complexity of gin. It's a sophisticated, perfectly balanced libation, reflecting the sleek, neon-drenched depths of Cyber City Oedo.
Directions
- 1
Chill a coupe or martini glass thoroughly by filling it with ice water and letting it rest for at least 5 minutes, then discard the water.
- 2
Combine the gin, lychee liqueur, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, simple syrup, and orange bitters into a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker two-thirds full with fresh ice cubes to ensure proper dilution and chilling.
- 4
Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, until the exterior of the shaker is frosted and very cold to the touch.
- 5
Double strain the cocktail through a fine-mesh sieve into the prepared chilled glass, ensuring no ice shards or pulp enter the drink for a pristine presentation.
- 6
Garnish the rim or drop a single whole lychee into the glass.
- 7
Delicately place a small edible orchid or a thin spiral of lemon twist on the drink's surface for an elegant finish.