
Purple Raven Cocktail
Lorie KolesaShare
A Bold and Elegant Drink Inspired by the Baltimore Ravens
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Empress 1908 Gin (or any butterfly pea flower gin for a natural purple hue)
- 0.5 oz Lavender Bitters
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.75 oz Honey Simple Syrup (1:1 honey and hot water)
- 1/4 tsp Snowy River Purple Cocktail Glitter
- Optional garnish: Fresh lavender sprig or lemon twist
Instructions:
- Prepare the Glass: Chill a coupe or martini glass.
- Mix the Drink: In a shaker filled with ice, combine the gin, lavender bitters, lemon juice, and honey simple syrup.
- Add the Sparkle: Sprinkle in the Snowy River Purple Cocktail Glitter.
- Shake: Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well-chilled.
- Serve: Strain into the chilled glass.
- Garnish: Add a sprig of fresh lavender or a lemon twist for an aromatic finish.
Flavor Profile: Herbal, floral, slightly tart with a smooth, honeyed sweetness and a shimmering purple glow.
Perfect for game day or an elegant Ravens-themed gathering!
Purple Raven Mocktail
A Bold and Sparkling Non-Alcoholic Tribute to the Baltimore Ravens
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Butterfly Pea Flower Tea (for a vibrant purple hue)
- 0.5 oz Lavender Simple Syrup (1:1 sugar and water infused with dried lavender)
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 3 oz Sparkling Lemonade or Club Soda (for fizz)
- 1/4 tsp Snowy River Purple Cocktail Glitter
- Optional garnish: Fresh lavender sprig or lemon twist
Instructions:
- Brew the Tea: Prepare butterfly pea flower tea and let it cool.
- Mix the Drink: In a shaker with ice, combine the cooled tea, lavender syrup, and lemon juice.
- Add the Sparkle: Sprinkle in the Snowy River Purple Cocktail Glitter.
- Shake: Shake well to mix and chill.
- Top Off: Strain into a glass and top with sparkling lemonade or club soda.
- Garnish: Finish with a lavender sprig or lemon twist for a stylish touch.
Flavor Profile: Floral, citrusy, and refreshingly bubbly with a magical purple shimmer.
Perfect for fans of all ages to sip in style while cheering on the Ravens!