Shimmering Citrus Mirage

This refreshing and lighter rendition of the classic milk punch is a perfect summer sipper. The combination of gin, Aperol, and a hint of absinthe creates a delightful and citrusy flavor, balanced with the creaminess of milk. The drink is then clarified to achieve a crystal-clear appearance, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious.

Shimmering Citrus Mirage

A light and citrusy milk punch with gin, Aperol, and a touch of absinthe, clarified to perfection for a refreshing summer sipper.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin
  • 5 oz Aperol
  • 1/4 oz Absinthe
  • 8 oz milk
  • 1 1/2 oz Lemon Juice
  • 3/4 oz Simple Syrup
  • Grapefruit peel

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, combine gin, Aperol, absinthe, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  2. Heat the milk in a pot to around 140 degrees, then remove from heat.
  3. Add the Aperol mixture to the warm milk and stir until the milk curdles.
  4. Line a strainer with cheesecloth and place it over a large container, with an empty container alongside.
  5. Pour the mixture through the cheesecloth-lined strainer, allowing it to strain until the stream becomes clear, then move the strainer to the second container.
  6. Discard the solids in the strainer and repeat the straining process until the entire mixture has been strained once.
  7. Repeat the process with the cloudy liquid to ensure the final strained mixture is clear.
  8. Pour 4 oz of the clarified mixture into a lowball glass over ice, express a grapefruit peel over top, and use the peel as a garnish.