Samurai Plum Drift: A Refreshing Plum Sake Breeze
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Ingredients
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80 ml Fresh plum puree
(Use ripe Japanese ume plums if available, alternatively use good quality plum puree.)
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120 ml Junmai sake
(Chilled sake gives the best result.)
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15 ml Ginger syrup
(Home-made or store-bought ginger syrup for a spicy kick.)
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10 ml Fresh Lime Juice
(Adds brightness and acidity to balance the sweetness.)
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60 ml Club soda
(To top off and add refreshing bubbles.)
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as needed pieces Ice Cubes
(For chilling the drink.)
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2 pieces Plum slice
(For garnish.)
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1 sprig Mint Sprig
(Optional garnish to enhance aroma and presentation.)
(Use ripe Japanese ume plums if available, alternatively use good quality plum puree.)
(Chilled sake gives the best result.)
(Home-made or store-bought ginger syrup for a spicy kick.)
(Adds brightness and acidity to balance the sweetness.)
(To top off and add refreshing bubbles.)
(For chilling the drink.)
(For garnish.)
(Optional garnish to enhance aroma and presentation.)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail glass (200ml)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 10 mg
- Iron: 0.1 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Glasses and Ingredients:
Chill two cocktail glasses by placing them in the fridge or filling with ice water while preparing the ingredients.
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2 - Mix Plum Puree and Lime Juice:
In a shaker, pour 80 ml fresh plum puree and 10 ml fresh lime juice. Stir gently to combine for balanced acidity and fruit.
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3 - Add Sake and Ginger Syrup:
Add 120 ml chilled Junmai sake along with 15 ml ginger syrup to the shaker. Add ice cubes as needed for chilling.
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4 - Shake and Strain:
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds until well chilled, then strain evenly into the two chilled glasses.
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5 - Top Off with Club Soda:
Optionally, top each glass with 30 ml club soda to add sparkling bubbles and lighten the cocktail.
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6 - Garnish & Serve:
Garnish each glass with a slice of plum and a sprig of fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately for fresh flavor.
Chill two cocktail glasses by placing them in the fridge or filling with ice water while preparing the ingredients.
In a shaker, pour 80 ml fresh plum puree and 10 ml fresh lime juice. Stir gently to combine for balanced acidity and fruit.
Add 120 ml chilled Junmai sake along with 15 ml ginger syrup to the shaker. Add ice cubes as needed for chilling.
Shake the mixture vigorously for about 10 seconds until well chilled, then strain evenly into the two chilled glasses.
Optionally, top each glass with 30 ml club soda to add sparkling bubbles and lighten the cocktail.
Garnish each glass with a slice of plum and a sprig of fresh mint if desired. Serve immediately for fresh flavor.
More About: Samurai Plum Drift: A Refreshing Plum Sake Breeze
Samurai Plum Drift
The Samurai Plum Drift cocktail is a delightful and unique fusion drink that celebrates Japanese flavors with an engaging twist. Its base is Junmai sake – a pure, high-quality rice wine widely celebrated for its finesse and balance. We blend this with fresh Japanese plum puree – traditionally known as ume – which lends a naturally tart but fruity sweetness that is rich in Umami notes. The inclusion of fresh lime juice brightens the profile, ensuring a light acidity cuts through sweetness, and ginger syrup adds a refreshing spicy undertone reminiscent of ancient Asian remedies. Taking inspiration from both Japanese tradition and modern mixology, this cocktail embodies cultural sophistication and calming refreshment.
This drink pairs beautifully with light appetizers, sushi, or summer festivities. The option to top it off with bubbly club soda enhances effervescence, but can be omitted for a more intense plum experience. Garnished simply with a plum slice and mint sprig, it is elegant, and presents very well for social gatherings or leisurely nights.
Tips & Notes:
- If Japanese ume plums aren't available, top-quality plum jam or syrup can substitute though the flavor may shift slightly.
- Homemade ginger syrup can easily be made by simmering ginger, sugar, and water – providing fresh robustness unmatched by commercial syrups.
- Chilling sake adds crispness; serve immediately upon preparation to enjoy maximum flavor.
History & Cultural Significance:
Plums hold symbolic value in Japan, representing perseverance and renewal, frequently featured in art and festivals like Ume Matsuri. Sake itself has millennia of tradition in Shinto rituals and celebrations. Through the Samurai Plum Drift, one sees the harmonious combination of nature, culture, and taste transported to the modern palate. This recipe aims not only to refresh but to spark conversation and appreciation for the depth behind a few simple ingredients, innovatively served.
Try making the Samurai Plum Drift at your next gathering to impress guests with this fruity, balanced, aromatic cocktail steeped in Japanese legacy but tempered with modern flair.
