A cocktail that’s stood the test of time, the Japanese Slipper first made its debut in 1984 and has since become a classic. Now, it’s getting a sober twist with the finest non-alcoholic spirits from Sans Drinks. Perfect for those who want to keep things light, refreshing, and hangover-free, this vibrant green drink brings all the flavour without the booze.
Ingredients:
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30 ml Lyre’s Orange Sec (a cointreau substitute)
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30 ml Melon Syrup
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45 ml Pernelle Cuvée Genesis
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10 ml fresh lemon juice (optional for extra zing)
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Ice Cubes
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Melon wedge or cherry (optional, for garnish)
Method :
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Chill your glass: Take any coupe or martini glass and fill it with ice or keep it in the freezer to keep it nice and chilled while you start with the cocktail preparation.
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Prepare your shaker: For the cocktail, take a shaker and add a handful of ice cubes.
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Pour the ingredients:
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30 ml Lyre’s Orange Sec
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30 ml melon-flavoured syrup
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This will create the base of your drink, adding vibrant and fruity flavours altogether.
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Shake it up: Now's the time to shake up all the ingredients, close the shaker and shake generously for about 10-15 seconds, chilling the drink completely and slightly diluting it for the perfect balance.
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Strain into your glass: Get the chilled glass out of the freezer or remove the filled ice, then strain the shaken mixture into the glass using a cocktail strainer. A vibrant green liquid settles nicely.
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Top with Bubbles: Gently pour Pernelle Cuvée non-alcoholic sparkling wine over the top to your preferred volume, adding the bubby touch to your cocktail. For extra zing, you can also add fresh lemon juice.
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Garnish and serve: Your perfect alc-free Japanese Slipper is ready to be served, just add a melon wedge or even a twist of lemon on the rim for a visually appealing look. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Food Pairing Suggestions:
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Vegetable Gyoza
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Melon & Cucumber Skewers with Mint
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Goat’s Cheese Crostini with Lemon Zest
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Lemon & Apple Sorbet
