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Red, White & Thai Firecracker Cocktail: A Festive 4th of July Drink Recipe
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Red, White & Thai Firecracker Cocktail: A Festive 4th of July Drink Recipe
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Red, White & Thai Firecracker Cocktail: A Festive 4th of July Drink Recipe

Experience an unforgettable 4th of July with this vibrant Red, White & Thai Firecracker Cocktail. This unique drink blends sweet, spicy, and fresh flavors, featuring a chili-sugar rim, muddled lemongrass, lime, basil, and sugar, shaken with white wine and dry martini. It’s a bold and refreshing concoction perfect for celebrating.
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#4th of July
#Firecracker
#Thai Inspired
#Refreshing Drink
#Party Drink
#Mixed Drink
#White Wine Cocktail
Rimmed Glass Preparation
Rimmed Glass Preparation

Recipe Information

5m
Prep Time
0m
Cook Time
5m
Total Time
1
Servings
Easy
Fusion / Cocktail
English
Nutrition (per serving)
215
Calories
0g
Protein
20g
Carbs
0g
Fat
Muddling Fresh Ingredients
Muddling Fresh Ingredients

Ingredients

  • Crushed Chili
    (For rimming glass, adjust to taste)

    1 teaspoon
  • Granulated Sugar
    (For rimming glass and muddling, adjust to taste)

    1 tablespoon
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  • Lemongrass Stalk
    (Roughly chopped)

    1 piece
  • Lime
    (Cut into wedges)

    1 piece
  • Fresh Basil Leaves

    5 leaves
  • Dry White Wine

    2 oz
  • Dry Martini (Vermouth)

    1 oz
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  • Ice Cubes
    (For shaking and serving)

    Handful
Servings: 1
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Shaking the Cocktail
Shaking the Cocktail

Instructions

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    Prepare the glass: Mix sugar and crushed chili on a small plate. Moisten the rim of your serving glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into the sugar-chili mixture to coat evenly.
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    Prepare the glass: Mix sugar and crushed chili on a small plate. Moisten the rim of your serving glass with a lime wedge, then dip the rim into the sugar-chili mixture to coat evenly.
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    Ensure the rim is evenly coated for a balanced sweet and spicy kick.
  • 2

    Muddle the aromatics: In a cocktail shaker, combine the chopped lemongrass, lime wedges, fresh basil leaves, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Muddle vigorously to release the flavors and aromas.
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    Muddle the aromatics: In a cocktail shaker, combine the chopped lemongrass, lime wedges, fresh basil leaves, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Muddle vigorously to release the flavors and aromas.
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    Don't over-muddle basil; it can become bitter. Just enough to release oils.
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  • 3

    Shake the cocktail: Add ice cubes, white wine, and dry martini to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake well for about 15-20 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
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    Shake the cocktail: Add ice cubes, white wine, and dry martini to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake well for about 15-20 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
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    A good shake ensures all ingredients are well combined and the drink is perfectly chilled.
  • 4

    Strain, pour, and garnish: Strain the cocktail into your prepared rimmed glass, filled with fresh ice. Garnish with additional basil leaves or a lime wheel for an elegant touch. Serve immediately.
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    Strain, pour, and garnish: Strain the cocktail into your prepared rimmed glass, filled with fresh ice. Garnish with additional basil leaves or a lime wheel for an elegant touch. Serve immediately.
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    For extra flair, add a chili pepper thread or a small flower as a garnish.
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