The Danube Ember
Ingredients:
- 45 ml Premium Barackpálinka (Apricot Pálinka)
- 90 ml Seven Dates Original
- 15 ml Fresh Lime Juice
- For the Rim: A mix of smoked paprika, fine sea salt, and a pinch of smoked chili powder (Chipotle or similar)
Directions
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The Fiery Rim: Prepare the rim of the rocks glass by rubbing a lime wedge along one half of the edge. Gently dip that half into your smoked paprika, chili, and salt mixture.
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The Base: Fill the rimmed glass with a single, large, crystal-clear ice cube.
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The Blend: In a cocktail shaker, combine the Apricot Pálinka and the fresh lime juice with ice. Shake briefly (about 5-8 seconds) just to chill and aerate the spirit.
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The Pour: Strain the chilled Pálinka and lime mixture into the rocks glass over the large ice cube.
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The Ember: Top smoothly with Seven Dates Original. Gently stir with a bar spoon for 3 seconds to integrate the liquids without losing the effervescence of the soft drink.
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The Garnish: Carefully place the dehydrated apricot slice and the small dried chili resting on top of the ice block. Serve immediately.

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