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Queen of the Night
DRINKUP · BAR BOOK NO. 287
Reina de la Noche

Queen of the Night

Queen of the Night is a mysterious and creative cocktail, with the deep red color of hibiscus tea as enchanting as the night. Red fruit jam adds sweetness, cinnamon powder brings a warm spice note, and passion fruit and apple provide a dual flavor of tropical and temperate fruits. This cocktail requires patience to allow the ingredients to fully meld, creating a complex and captivating taste experience.

Flavor
The smokiness of mezcal intertwines with the sweet and tangy notes of hibiscus, while cinnamon adds a warm spice note, and the fruits bring complexity, creating a deep and enchanting flavor like the night.
Difficulty
Expert
Glassware
Old Fashioned Glass
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01
RECIPE

Ingredients

7 ingredients

01Mezcal45ml
02Red fruit jam1茶匙
03Hibiscus tea bag1个
04Cinnamon powder2撮
05Guava1/4个
06Apple1/4个
07Ice Cubes适量
02 · METHOD

Method

  1. 01

    Add ice to the glass to start chilling it.

  2. 02

    Place the hibiscus tea bag in the shaker.

  3. 03

    Add the chosen spirit.

  4. 04

    Let it sit for 2 minutes to allow the ingredients to meld.

  5. 05

    Add the remaining ingredients.

  6. 06

    Add ice and shake for 10 seconds.

  7. 07

    Strain into the chilled glass.

  8. 08

    Garnish with mixed nuts, raisins, diced apple, and passion fruit.

03 · NOTES

Know your pour

What does it taste like?
The smokiness of mezcal intertwines with the sweet and tangy notes of hibiscus, while cinnamon adds a warm spice note, and the fruits bring complexity, creating a deep and enchanting flavor like the night.
Which glass should I use?
Old Fashioned Glass
Is it beginner-friendly?
Expert