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Empress Wu

A closeup of a Sour, Year Round Empress Wu drink against a dark background.

The Empress Wu offers a twist on a classic Cosmopolitan, but with flavors inspired by China. Named after one of the nation’s real-life rulers, this cocktail embraces both strength and subtlety, just like Empress Wu herself. This spirit-forward mixed drink combines lychee liqueur and lime for a citrusy base, perfectly balanced by the tart sweetness of pomegranate. If you love a Cosmo, definitely try out the Empress Wu!

Serves

UNITS

1

Ingredients

NEFT Vodka

1.75

Lychee Liqueur

0.5

Fresh Pomegranate Juice

0.5

Fresh Lime Juice

0.5

Bitters-Infused Candied Lemon

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Directions

Step 1

Add NEFT Vodka, lychee liqueur, fresh pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, and ice to a cocktail shaker.

Step 2

Shake vigorously until thoroughly chilled.

Step 3

Strain into a martini glass.

Step 4

Garnish with a bitters-infused candied lemon.

Difficulty:

Hobbyist

Season:

Year Round

Flavor Profile:

Sour

Cuisine:

Chinese

Precision in Every Barrel

Precision in Every Barrel

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