Recipe Note

Cocktail Ideas:

Limonana Daiquiri - Use the recipe for the blended version but substitute rum for the water and add a pinch of cayenne or aleppo. Garnish with a lemon slice dipped in a bit more spice and a bit of salt, if you like.Limonana Julep - Use the recipe for the shaken version and substitute bourbon or rye for the water, and optionally some Smoked Cinnamon Maple Syrup for the sugar (I tend to sub about 30% but you can even substitute it completely). Garnish with a slice of fresh ginger and a slice of rind from the lemon.Limonana Frozen Fizz - Use the recipe for the blended version and substitute gin for the water and add a few saffron threads. I sometimes like a dash or two of bitters on top. A thin slice each of cucumber and lemon zest is a nice garnish and adds a refreshing smell and flavor.And feel free to omit the alcohol and just use the spices!

Variations & Ideas:

You can add other fresh aromatics including: jalapeño, ginger, or cilantro. Other citrus are great too, try adding or substituting orange or lime.

The basic recipe uses white sugar, but try Demerara, palm, or maple for fun new flavors.

Mottainai tip: start by making a rich simple syrup (boil 2 cups sugar with 1 cup water). Infuse the hot syrup with lemon zest and finely chopped mint stems (plus any leaves that are too small to easily use in the limonana). Strain after 15 minutes, and store in the fridge for up to a month. Less waste!

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