Cocktail recipe

Nile Blossom Collins

Nile Blossom Collins takes an Egyptian-inspired direction, with floral citrus, long Collins refreshment and soft herbal lift. It gives the drink a clearer sense of place than a generic modern cocktail.

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Nile Blossom Collins

Description

Hibiscus syrup brings red fruit and a cranberry-like tang, while date cordial fills in the middle with a deeper sweetness. Lemon keeps the drink tart and soda makes it brisk on the finish. Vodka gives the hibiscus and date room to come through in turn.

Ingredients

  • 45 ml Vodka
  • 20 ml Hibiscus syrup
  • 20 ml lemon juice
  • 10 ml Date cordial
  • Soda Water to top
  • Ice
  • Lemon twist

Equipment needed

Bar Spoon – Used to stir the drink smoothly with ice before serving. Muddler – Useful for gently pressing herbs, fruit or sugar when building the drink. Bottle Opener – Useful if the serve uses bottled soda, ginger beer or sparkling wine.

Instructions

  1. Add the spirit, citrus and flavouring ingredients to a shaker with ice.
  2. Shake briefly until the base is cold.
  3. Strain into the serving glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top with the sparkling ingredient, stir gently and garnish.

Recommended glassware

Highball Glass
Highball Glass (Recommended)

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Coupe Glass
Coupe Glass

An elegant stemmed glass for shaken or stirred cocktails served up.

Useful alternative if the primary glass is not available.

120–240 ml Stemmed glass with a broad shallow bowl.

Best for: Daiquiri, Sidecar, Manhattan served up, Gimlet, Clover Club.

Garnish: Great for expressed citrus peels, cherries, and small edible flowers.

Quick facts

5 minutes Easy Approx. 16% ABV 0.3 alcohol units 255 kcal Fresh ice Mocktail
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