Lifestyle
Say cheers with this lush lychee cocktail
Raise a toast to warmer days with a cocktail that has floral notes and a hint of tropical fruit thanks to lychee syrup and rosewater.
Lychees bring a subtle floral sweetness with a juicy, tropical finish that pairs beautifully with white spirits, such as vodka or gin. A splash of lime balances it all out, while a hint of rose water (optional) brings in an extra layer of floral notes.
Ingredients
- 50ml vodka (or gin)
- 25ml lychee syrup (from the tin)
- 3 lychees (fresh or tinned)
- 15ml freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1–2 drops of rose water
- Ice cubes
- Optional: a dash of rose water
- To garnish: mint leaves or an extra lychee on a cocktail stick
Method
- Muddle the lychees in a shaker until juicy.
- Add the vodka, lychee syrup, lime juice, rose water (if using) and a handful of ice.
- Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled martini or coupe glass.
- Garnish with a mint sprig or lychee on a stick.



