Cocktails
The classic Mango Lassi gets spiced and spiked in this recipe designed by Soral Chavda, Cocktail Guru for Maharaja Drinks. “I’ve opted for the Maka Zai Tribute Edition here,” says Soral. “It’s a gold rum that is perfect in a sweeter drink like this one.” Serve as a welcome drink or with dessert at your Diwali shindig to give guests a twist on a much-loved drink.
For the nutmeg & cinnamon syrup:
- 100g Sugar
- 50g Water
- 1 Cinnamon Stick (broken/crushed)*
- 1/4 tsp Freshly Grated Nutmeg*
*Use fresh spices for your syrups if you can, as this gives a better flavour and means you won’t end up with a cloudy syrup.
To make the syrup:
- In a pan over medium heat dissolve the sugar in water
- Remove from the heat, and add the cinnamon stick & nutmeg
- Allow to sit and infuse overnight
- Strain into a sterilised jar or bottle
- Can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 months
For the cocktail:
- 50ml Maka Zai Gold Rum
- 60ml Alphonso Mango Ras/Puree
- 60ml Natural Yoghurt
- 20ml Buttermilk
- 15ml Cinnamon & Nutmeg Syrup
- 10ml Fresh Lime Juice
To make the cocktail:
- Add all of the ingredients into a cocktail shaker with ice & shake vigorously for 20 seconds
- Pour into a glass or metal tumbler over ice
- Garnish with an edible flower or with fresh mango pieces on a cocktail stick
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