Lychee liqueur: how to serve and drink

2024 Author: Isabella Gilson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:14

Among the large selection of alcoholic products, it is liqueurs that are in special demand. These thick aromatic drinks are good both on their own and in cocktails. Now manufacturers offer dozens of varieties of such alcohol, and lychee liquor is not the last on this list. It may not be the most popular, but it is very original and definitely worth a try.

What is lychee

Not everyone is familiar with this fruit, which is explained by the exotic nature of its origin. Lychee originally grew in China, which is why it is often referred to as the Chinese plum. Today it grows in many European countries, it was brought to France by merchants in the 18th century.

Litchi fruits are completely unappetizing at first glance, as they are covered with bumpy skin. However, this impression is erroneous: the pulp of the fruit is unusually tender, juicy and fragrant. The taste of lychee is very reminiscent of a mix of grapes, sweet and sour strawberries, kiwi and honey.

Lychee liqueur

This strong drink took all the best from overseas fruit - the liquor has an unusually delicate aroma and quitepiquant taste. Many argue that lychee liqueur tastes like grapes or rose jam. It appears to be a fairly clear liquid that may have a slight pinkish tinge.

It usually does not exceed 15-20% ABV, so it can be consumed without mixing as an independent alcoholic drink.

Among the most famous manufacturers of such products are companies from France, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic.

Bottles for the named product are most often chosen original carved, which helps to present elite products in a more original way.

What to serve with

As mentioned above, this liquor can be safely chosen as the main alcohol. It is also worth looking at if you need to choose a strong drink for a woman.

Due to its delicate aroma and sweet-sour taste, lychee liqueur can be served with absolutely any kind of dessert:

1. Fruits and berries are ideal for liquor, while oranges, pineapples, red cherries, strawberries, kiwis, grapes should be preferred.
2. Cakes. Walnut and almond cakes can be especially successful in complementing the taste of fruit alcohol.
3. Ice cream of any kind is a great option for those with a sweet tooth.

The described alcohol is often served with water, fruit juices and other types of alcohol (often stronger):

• cognac;
• vodka;
• champagne;
• whiskey;
• brandy.

Cocktails

For those who prefer to mix several ingredients to get the original drink, experienced bartenders can offer a dozen excellent cocktails with lychee liqueur. Creating them yourself is not so difficult - just stock up on the right ingredients. Here are some of the most popular recipes.

"Evil Mask". For this mix you will need:

• 25ml dark rum;
• 25 ml lychee liqueur;
• 1 red cocktail cherry;
• stack.

A cherry is placed at the bottom of the stack, a cocktail is poured, and a layer of dark rum is spread on it with a cocktail spoon.

"Cucumber Cooler". In hot weather, this drink will be a great way to cool off. For him you will need:

• 15 ml lychee liqueur;
• 45ml gin;
• 10ml sugar syrup;
• 15 ml limoncello;
• 5 ml soda;
• 85g fresh cucumber;
• 25g lime;
• a few mint leaves;
• 100g crushed ice;
• 250g ice cubes.

Sling is half filled with crushed ice, mint leaves are placed, all the remaining ice is added. ¼ cucumber is sent to the shaker and crushed with a muddler. Pour liquor, syrup, gin and limoncello, squeeze a quarter of a lime into a container. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously. The resulting liquid is poured into a sling, passing through a strainer and strainer. Sprinkle some soda over the cocktail. It is traditionally garnished with a cucumber strip and a thin lime slice.

Litchi liquor pricemay vary depending on the manufacturer. So, in Moscow stores you can find a bottle of this alcohol at a price of 1500 to 2500 rubles.