Hello, Omaha cocktail lovers! As we embrace the beauty of our surroundings, this week’s featured cocktail is inspired by the breathtaking sunsets over Nebraska’s prairies. Introducing: The Prairie Sunset!
This visually stunning cocktail captures the vibrant colors of a sunset with layers of orange, red, and pink, and combines the refreshing tastes of citrus and berry. It’s a perfect drink to enjoy as you unwind and watch the day turn into night.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ oz Vodka
- 2 oz Orange juice
- 1 oz Cranberry juice
- ½ oz Raspberry liqueur (like Chambord)
- A splash of Lemon-lime soda
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice and raspberry for garnish
Instructions:
- In a shaker, combine vodka and orange juice with ice.
- Shake well and strain into an ice-filled glass.
- Slowly pour the cranberry juice over the back of a spoon to create a layer on top of the orange juice.
- Carefully add the raspberry liqueur in the same manner to create another layer.
- Top with a splash of lemon-lime soda for a bit of fizz.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a raspberry.
Sip on The Prairie Sunset and let its flavors and colors transport you to a serene Nebraska prairie at dusk. Cheers to the natural beauty that surrounds us!
