Coquetel de Cítricos Bosphorus com Infusão de Lavanda
(Lavender Infused Bosphorus Citrus Cocktail)
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Ingredientes
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4 grams Folhas de chá preto
(Use loose leaf Darjeeling or Ceylon black tea)
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1 tsp Pétalas de lavanda secas
(Food grade culinary lavender preferred)
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500 ml Água quente
(Just below boiling point)
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2 tbsp Mel
(Use English or wildflower honey)
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30 ml Suco de Limão Fresco
(Strained, about 1 lemon)
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30 ml Suco de Laranja Fresco
(Strained, about half an orange)
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6 leaves Folhas de Hortelã Frescas
(Plus extra for garnish)
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60 ml Gin
(Optional, for an alcoholic twist)
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1 cup Cubos de Gelo
(Para servir)
(Use loose leaf Darjeeling or Ceylon black tea)
(Food grade culinary lavender preferred)
(Just below boiling point)
(Use English or wildflower honey)
(Strained, about 1 lemon)
(Strained, about half an orange)
(Plus extra for garnish)
(Optional, for an alcoholic twist)
(Para servir)
Nutrição
- Porções: 2
- Tamanho da Porção: 1 copo (250ml)
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Protein: 0.5 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 15 mg
- Iron: 0.1 mg
Instruções
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1 - Brew Tea with Lavender:
Bring hot water to just below boiling, steep black tea leaves and lavender buds in covered vessel for 4-5 minutes. Strain and set aside.
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2 - Sweeten and Citrus Mix:
While tea is hot, stir in honey until dissolved. Then add fresh lemon and orange juices, mixing thoroughly.
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3 - Muddle Mint and Mix:
Muddle fresh mint leaves lightly to release aroma. Add to the tea mixture. If making an alcoholic cocktail, add gin now and stir.
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4 - Serve Over Ice:
Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour the lavender tea blend over ice, garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin lemon slice. Serve chilled.
Bring hot water to just below boiling, steep black tea leaves and lavender buds in covered vessel for 4-5 minutes. Strain and set aside.
While tea is hot, stir in honey until dissolved. Then add fresh lemon and orange juices, mixing thoroughly.
Muddle fresh mint leaves lightly to release aroma. Add to the tea mixture. If making an alcoholic cocktail, add gin now and stir.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour the lavender tea blend over ice, garnish with a sprig of mint and a thin lemon slice. Serve chilled.
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Overview
The 'Lavender Bosphorus Blend' is a creative fusion cocktail that marries the aromatic floral notes of English lavender with the robust, malty body of black tea strongly associated with British tradition, enriched by the vibrant citrus flavors beloved in Turkish cuisine along the Bosphorus Strait. The use of fresh lemon and orange juice uplifts the floral tea base and sweet honey provides gentle sweetness that balances the tartness. Mint adds a fresh, herbaceous finish.
Tips & Notes
- When brewing the tea and lavender, do not exceed 5 minutes to avoid bitterness.
- Use culinary-grade dried lavender buds for the cleanest floral taste.
- Adjust honey sweetness and citrus tang to your taste preferences.
- The optional gin ingredient transforms the mocktail into a classic English-style cocktail with herbal notes complementing the botanicals in the spirit.
- Serve immediately over fresh ice and garnish properly to maximize both aesthetics and aroma.
History & Cultural Significance
Lavender cultivation is historically associated with England, often used for scent and culinary purposes. Black tea entered Britain's cultural cornerstone through historic trade with India and Sri Lanka. The Bosphorus represents the exotic geographic and culinary crossroad of East and West in Turkey, renowned for fresh citrus fruits and herbal additions. This drink concept bridges these cultural elements into a unique beverage inspired by global influences yet grounded in specific traditional flavors.
Unique Aspects
Unlike typical black tea cocktails that lean heavily on bitters or spices, the Lavender Bosphorus Blend highlights floral and fresh herbal tones with ethereal lavender overtones that evoke calm and elegance balanced by brightly energetic citrus zest.
Personal Thoughts
This drink resonates as both rejuvenating and subtly sophisticated—a perfect afternoon refresher or a dazzling addition to garden parties where floral themes shine. Its sensory layers reveal complexity without pretentiousness and invite the taste buds to travel across time zones with each refreshing sip.
