Bronze Dragon
Unleash your inner mixologist with the enchanting 'Bronze Dragon' cocktail, a drink as bold and dazzling as its name suggests. This sophisticated creation blends golden rum, orange liqueur, and freshly squeezed lime juice for a perfectly balanced medley of sweetness and citrusy tang. A touch of honey syrup adds warmth, while muddled fresh mint leaves elevate the drink with a refreshing herbal aroma. The finishing effervescence of club soda and the luxurious garnish of orange peel—plus a hint of edible gold dust for a magical flair—make it a true showstopper. Ready in just 10 minutes, this cocktail is perfect for special occasions or whenever you want to impress with a touch of golden glamour.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 oz golden rum
- 1 oz orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau)
- 0.75 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 0.5 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 2 oz club soda
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 strip orange peel (for garnish)
- 0.25 tsp edible gold dust (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Combine the fresh mint leaves and honey syrup in a cocktail shaker. Gently muddle the mint leaves to release their fragrance, but avoid tearing them.
Add the golden rum, orange liqueur, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker.
Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled.
Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Top off the drink with club soda, gently stirring to combine.
Garnish with a strip of orange peel and, if desired, a light sprinkle of edible gold dust for a magical touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your 'Bronze Dragon' cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 54 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
