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Black Gold

A closeup of a Sweet, Year Round Black Gold drink against a dark background.

NEFT Vodka’s original signature cocktail, the Black Gold, is as visually striking as it is tasty. Though the activated charcoal turns the drink a deep, inky color, its flavor is light and refreshing. Made with NEFT Vodka, lime juice, and fresh cucumber, the Black Gold draws inspiration from classic cocktails like cucumber gimlets and margaritas. It’s perfectly crisp and easy to sip, making it a great cocktail for any occasion.

UNITS

Serves

1

Ingredients

1.75

oz

NEFT Vodka

0.75

oz

Fresh Lime Juice

0.25

oz

Demerara Syrup

3

slices

Cucumber (plus 1 for garnish)

2

dashes

Activated Charcoal

+

Coarse Salt

+

Gold Leaf

Directions

Step 1

Wet the rim of a rocks glass and roll it in course salt.

Step 2

Add cucumber slices to a cocktail shaker and gently muddle.

Step 3

Add NEFT Vodka, fresh lime juice, demerara syrup, activated charcoal, and ice.

Step 4

Shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled.

Step 5

Double strain into prepared rocks glass over fresh ice and garnish with a cucumber slice and gold leaf.

Difficulty:

Hobbyist

Season:

Year Round

Flavor Profile:

Sweet

Cuisine:

American

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