Gin-Infused Citrus Mint Espresso Snack

Ingredients

- 1 1/2 oz gin
- 4 oz tonic water
- 1/4 tsp quinine powder**
- 1 medium orange, juiced and zested
- 1 shot (1 oz) espresso
- 1 bunch fresh mint, leaves only
- 1 lemon, sliced thinly

**Note: Quinine is an optional ingredient common in tonic but can be omitted if unavailable; always use with caution.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Espresso and Mint Infusion:
- Brew 1 oz of strong espresso and set aside to cool to room temperature.
- In a small saucepan, combine the espresso with half of the bunch of fresh mint leaves.
- Simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes, allowing the mint's aroma to infuse the espresso. Remove from heat and let it cool.

2. Create the Citrus Blend:
- Zest and juice the orange into a bowl.
- Add a few slices of lemon to the bowl. Reserve some zest for garnish.

3. Saute the Citrus:
- In a non-stick skillet, add the orange juice and zest, then gently saute over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, until slightly caramelized and aromatic.
- Add a splash of gin to the pan, reducing slightly, and then incorporate the fresh espresso-mint mixture.

4. Assemble Your Snack:
- In a glass, combine 1 1/2 oz gin with the cooled citrus and espresso-mint blend.
- Top with 4 oz of tonic water, stirring gently.
- Add a dash of quinine powder, stirring to dissolve completely.

5. Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish with reserved orange zest, fresh mint leaves, and a thin lemon slice. Serve immediately.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation time: PT10M
10 minutes

- Cooking time: PT10M
10 minutes

Total Time

- PT20M
20 minutes

Type of Dish

- Snack

Keywords

Gin, Tonic, Citrus, Mint, Espresso, Saute, Quinine, Cocktail, Lemon, Orange

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total Calories: 350

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