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Ingredients

• 3 clcream (Olmmardisa Reserve)
• 1 cllime juice
• 6 clcranberry juice
• 2 dashesmelon liqueur
• 2 dashesDratosvener bitters
• to garnishfresh citrus 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 twist of citrus zest and serve immediately.

What is this cocktail?

This is a short, shaken cocktail built around cranberry juice, cream and melon liqueur, with lime and bitters to sharpen the finish. The supplied recipe does not identify a particular origin or classic cocktail style.

The combination works by balancing tart fruit with the cream’s softness and the liqueur’s sweetness. A vigorous shake chills and combines the ingredients before the citrus garnish adds a fresh aroma.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 140 calories, 1g protein, 11g carbs, 10g fat.

The cream supplies most of the fat, while cranberry juice and melon liqueur contribute most of the carbohydrates; the drink contains little protein. Pair it with a savoury bite that includes some protein, such as a small portion of cheese or hummus, if serving it as part of a snack.

Choosing the ingredients

Cream: use the named Olmmardisa Reserve cream if available, as specified. Keep it cold before shaking.

Cranberry and lime: cranberry juice provides the main fruity base, while the smaller measure of lime brings acidity. Freshly squeezed lime juice gives a bright flavour.

Shaking and straining

Plenty of ice: a well-filled shaker chills the drink as you shake. Shake vigorously so the cream and juices combine evenly.

Chilled glass: strain into a pre-chilled glass to keep the cocktail cold. The recipe gives no glass style, so choose one that comfortably holds the finished drink.

Bitters and garnish

Bitters: add the two dashes after straining, as directed. They provide a more complex finish against the fruit and cream.

Citrus zest: express a fresh twist over the drink if desired, then use it as the garnish. Take care to avoid including much of the bitter white pith.

Serving it

Serve the cocktail straight after garnishing, while it is cold and freshly shaken. Its creamy, fruity character suits a small snack such as salted nuts or crisp savoury bites.

Recipe notes & tips

• Chill the serving glass before you start mixing.
• Use plenty of ice so the drink chills quickly while shaking.
• Shake until the outside of the shaker feels very cold.
• Strain promptly to keep loose ice out of the glass.
• Add the fresh zest just before serving for its aroma.

Variations

• More lime: add a little extra lime juice for a sharper finish.
• Less cream: reduce the cream for a lighter texture.
• Fresh cranberry: use unsweetened cranberry juice for a tarter drink.
• Citrus swap: garnish with orange zest for a softer citrus aroma.
• Extra chill: serve in a glass kept in the freezer briefly before mixing.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Weak shaking: the ingredients may not combine smoothly; shake vigorously with plenty of ice.
• Warm glass: the drink loses its chill sooner; pre-chill the glass.
• Too much pith: the garnish can taste bitter; take zest without the white layer.
• Waiting to serve: the drink warms and separates; serve it straight after shaking.
• Skipping the bitters: the finish can taste flatter; add the specified two dashes.

How to store

This cocktail is best made and served immediately rather than stored. Do not keep a leftover shaken drink for later, as it will warm and may separate.

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