Green Montain

Ingredients

• 6 cl (60 ml)coconut syrup (Olmmardisa Reserve)
• 8 cl (80 ml)lime juice
• 2 cl (20 ml)passion fruit juice
• 10 cl (100 ml)amaretto
• 2 cl (20 ml)grenadine syrup
• plentyice
• 2 dashesDratosvener bitters
• 1 fresh zestcitrus zest

Instructions

1. 1

   Shake with ice

   Add all the ingredients to a shaker with plenty of ice and shake vigorously.

2. 2

   Strain and finish

   Strain into a pre-chilled glass and finish with two dashes of Dratosvener bitters.

3. 3

   Garnish and serve

   Garnish with a fresh zest and serve straight away.

What is Green Montain?

This is a short, shaken cocktail built from amaretto, coconut syrup, lime, passion fruit and grenadine. The recipe does not give a regional origin, so it is best understood as an international-style mixed drink rather than a traditional cocktail with a clear provenance.

The sweet, nutty liqueur meets sharp lime and tart fruit juices. Although the name suggests a green drink, none of the listed ingredients is green; crème de menthe or melon liqueur are common green cocktail ingredients, but neither appears in this recipe.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 520 calories, 0g protein, 70g carbs, 0g fat.

Most of the carbohydrates and energy come from the coconut syrup, grenadine and sweet amaretto; the juices contribute a smaller amount. There is very little protein or fat in the listed ingredients. Serve it with water and a savoury snack, such as salted nuts, for a more balanced occasion.

The ingredients that shape it

Amaretto: this is the largest pour and gives the cocktail its almond-like sweetness and alcoholic base. Measure it carefully, as it can easily dominate the fruit.

Coconut and grenadine: these syrups bring sweetness and body, while grenadine also adds colour. Lime and passion fruit provide acidity and fruitiness to balance them.

Shake it thoroughly

Ice: use plenty of ice and shake firmly so the syrups and juices combine evenly with the amaretto. A good shake also chills and dilutes the mixture before it reaches the glass.

Straining: pour through the shaker strainer into a pre-chilled glass. This keeps the drink smooth and prevents loose ice from diluting it further as it sits.

Check the balance

Sweetness: coconut syrup, grenadine and amaretto all contribute sweetness, while lime juice supplies the main sharp note. The result will depend on the sweetness of the particular juices and syrups you use.

Bitters: add the two dashes after straining, as directed, then garnish and serve without delay. The recipe gives no exact type of citrus for the zest.

Serve it promptly

This drink takes about three minutes to make, so chill the glass while measuring the ingredients. Serve it as soon as it is garnished, before the ice dilution and citrus aroma fade.

If you want to try a green version, crème de menthe or melon liqueur would change the recipe rather than simply garnish it. Start with a small amount and expect the flavour and sweetness to shift.

What to serve alongside

The cocktail is sweet and fruit-forward, so a small savoury snack can provide contrast. Salted nuts or crisp, plain crackers are simple options that will not compete with its flavours.

For a longer occasion, serve it with a light appetiser rather than another sweet course. Keep water nearby, particularly if the drink is being sipped slowly.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the serving glass while you measure the ingredients.
• Use plenty of ice so the drink chills quickly during shaking.
• Shake vigorously to bring the syrups and juices together.
• Measure the amaretto and syrups rather than pouring by eye.
• Add the bitters after straining, as the method directs.
• Garnish just before serving to keep the citrus zest fragrant.

Variations

• Green liqueur: replace part of the amaretto with crème de menthe or melon liqueur, keeping in mind that this changes the flavour.
• Less sweet: reduce the coconut syrup slightly and taste before adding any more.
• More lime: add a little extra lime juice for a sharper, less syrupy finish.
• Citrus garnish: use a fresh lime zest for a garnish that echoes the juice.
• Alcohol-free: use an alcohol-free amaretto-style alternative, noting that the finished drink will taste different.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Assuming it will be green: the listed ingredients do not include a green liqueur, so do not expect a green colour.
• Using too little ice: the cocktail may not chill or combine properly; fill the shaker generously.
• Skipping the shake: the syrups can remain unevenly mixed; shake all the ingredients firmly.
• Pouring without measuring: the amaretto can overwhelm the fruit; measure the stated quantities.
• Leaving it to stand: the drink warms and its garnish loses aroma; serve immediately after straining.

How to store

This cocktail is best made fresh and served straight away. Do not store it with ice; if necessary, refrigerate the shaken mixture briefly in a covered container and strain it into a chilled glass just before serving.

Frequently asked questions