The Inspiration
Austin's violet crown
Sunsets evoke all sorts of warm, fuzzy feelings no matter where in the world they’re witnessed. But in Austin, by all accounts, they’re gloriously stunning — awash in lavender with touches of pinks and strokes of oranges that stop time, if only for a moment. Archer’s tribute to this nightly natural display known as the Violet Crown? The Violet Sky, a picturesque cocktail on the inventive beverage menu at AKB in Austin.
The Recipe
A joint effort by AKB Austin’s barkeeps, the Violet Sky cocktail mimics Austin’s colorful sunsets.
It’s an inviting concoction of house-infused butterfly blue gin, bittersweet Aperol, sparkling water, citrus syrup and a topper of sliced lemon (aka the setting sun).
Ingredients
- 3/4 ounce citrus syrup
- Crushed ice
- 3/4 ounce lemon juice
- 1/2 ounce Aperol
- 1 1/2 ounces blue gin
- 1 ounce sparkling water
- Orange slice
Directions
To a Collins glass, add citrus syrup, then fill the glass with crushed ice. In order, add lemon juice, Aperol and blue gin. Top with sparkling water and more ice, if necessary. Place the orange slice on top (like the setting sun).Cheers!
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