![]() ![]() Option to garnish with orange zest and a cherry. It calls for 40ml Vodka, 120ml Cranberry Juice, and 30ml Grapefruit Juice, built in a highball glass filled with ice. THE OFFICIAL MIX – The ‘Sea Breeze’ is included in the International Bartender Association’s (IBA) ‘Contemporary Classics’ official cocktail list, here. At the time there were many ‘Sea Breeze’ variations, but it is believed Ocean Spray were the first to add Cranberry Juice to the cocktail, at some point in the 1960’s. As part of the ‘recovery’ Ocean Spray began actively promoting recipes, including a Vodka and Cranberry-based one. In 1959 they had a big set-back with a poison-trace incident and the US Secretary of Health suggesting American’s avoid consuming them. There are also a host of other ‘Breeze’ and similar tropical variations that play around with these core ingredients and others, the Bay Breeze, the Malibu Breeze, the Cape Codder as examples.Ĭranberry juice would have been a relatively rare cocktail ingredient in the 1930’s, the Ocean Spray collective having only formed in 1930. The most successful being Absolut Vodka (supplanting the Gin and other Vodka alternatives) and Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice (supplanting the Grenadine and Lemon Juice), to create, especially through the 1990’s what is a significantly different drink. Built in a Highball glass, and topped up with soda water and garnished with mint.Īt some point or points, between the 1950’s and the 1990’s, this fading cocktail was reprized (or appropriated) by a number of mixologists and ingredient ‘interests’. Back before 1930, it was the ‘Sea Breeze Cooler’, and called for “the juice of half a lemon, two dashes of grenadine and equal parts apricot brandy and dry gin over ice”. HISTORICAL NOTES – Yet another cocktail gift to history from the work of Harry Craddock and his 1930 publication, ‘The Savoy Cocktail Book’. Mix of Locktail #037 – A modified 2021 version of the ‘Sea Breeze’ Cocktail. Garnish with a lemon wedge and (optional to taste) a sprig of fresh mint. Top the glass up with 30ml to 90ml of Fever Tree’s Mediterranean Tonic (or other light tonic or soda water if you are not a fan of tonic) to the appropriate level in the glass. Slowly add the strained contents of the cocktail shaker. Pour 60ml (approximate) of cranberry juice into the bottom of the glassware. Shake until cold (10-15 seconds) and set-aside. Add 30ml Gin (I recommend an Old Tom Style like Jensen’s or Hammer & Sons), 30ml Apricot Brandy (such as Joseph Cartron), 30ml fresh lemon juice into a cocktail shaker with a handful of ice. METHOD – Prepare a stemless wine glass, tumbler or double rocks glass with ice cubes or crushed ice. Garnish – Lemon Wedge (or mint sprig optional) Ice – Cubes (alternatively crushed or pieces) Preparation – Shake (selected ingredients) If you're looking for a drink that will transport you to a tropical paradise, the Ocean Water Cocktail is a must-try.Glassware – Stemless Wine (or Double Rocks) This cocktail is perfect for a summer party or a relaxing afternoon by the pool. The sugar rimmed glass adds a fun element to the drink, and you can even mix in coconut shreds for a chewy texture. The combination of coconut rum, pineapple juice, and blue curaçao creates a vibrant and refreshing drink that will make you feel like you're lounging on a beach chair with the ocean breeze in your hair. ![]() The Ocean Water Cocktail is a perfect summer drink that will transport you to a beachy paradise. So, grab your shaker and let's dive into the world of ocean-themed cocktails. These drinks are perfect for any occasion, whether you're lounging on the beach, hosting a summer party, or just want to transport yourself to the ocean for a few minutes. That's why we've scoured the internet and consulted with expert mixologists to bring you the best ocean-themed cocktail recipes. And of course, it should be easy to make, so anyone can enjoy it at home. It should also be refreshing and light, like a cool breeze on a hot summer day. And these cocktails are not only delicious, but they are also visually stunning, with colors ranging from deep blue to bright turquoise.īut what makes a good ocean-themed cocktail? For starters, it has to capture the essence of the ocean, whether it's through the use of ingredients like seaweed or sea salt or through the visual presentation of the drink. But one of the most fascinating things it has inspired are cocktails.īartenders have been concocting ocean-themed drinks for years, infusing them with the flavors of the sea and the colors of the ocean. ![]() The ocean has always been a source of inspiration for many things, from movies to music to fashion. ![]()
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