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 New York restaurant Country adds cooling signature cocktail adding
to the restaurant’s summer drink menu. The New York Lemonade, Blue
Lavender and The Paisley are joined by the Gypsum Rose.
“I always have fun creating new signature
drinks,” says Geoffrey Zakarian, chef and owner of the Madison
Avenue restaurant, described as “first rate” by the New York
Times. “I like experimenting with new tastes and flavors.” He
collaborates with Executive Chef Doug Psaltis.
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New York Lemonade |
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In a shaker glass muddle 3 lemon wedges with 5
medium-sized basil leaves and 1 oz simple syrup, fill shaker with
ice, add 2 oz Ketel One Citron, 1 oz fresh lemon juice and 1 oz limoncello. Shake well and serve in wine glass. Top with club
soda. Garnish with basil sprig. |
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Blue Lavender |
Lavender and blueberry infused Plymouth Gin,
Prosecco.
1 ½ oz infused Plymouth, fill with Champagne, garnish with fresh
blueberry. |
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The Paisley |
Finlandia Mango Vodka, Macerated mango fruit,
Prosecco.
1 oz Finlandia Mango vodka, 1 oz macerated mango, top with champagne |
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The Gypsum Rose |
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The name is a reference to the natural
formation of the mineral Gypsum. In the desert climate, Gypsum can
form into crystals and shapes that resemble flowers. These
formations are referred to as a “Gypsum Rose” or “Desert Rose.”
Agave, the plant from which tequila is made, grows in the desert and
the tequila based cocktail features a rose petal suspended in a
sphere of ice which resembles a crystal. Hence, the “Gypsum Rose.”
1 ½ ounce Gran Centenario Reposado Tequila
½ ounce Patron Citronage (comparable substitutions include: Triple
Sec
or Gran Marnier)
½ ounce fresh lemon juice
½ ounce simple syrup
1 dash of rose water
3 dashes of Peychaud’s bitters
Shake vigorously with plenty of ice.
Strain into a rocks glass over the frozen rose petal.
Fill the rest of the glass with sparkling wine.
*top off with a frozen rose petal in a large
ice sphere or cube. |
Opened in late 2005, Country evokes the
sophistication of turn-of-the-century New York with a chic and
contemporary approach. The downstairs Café has a casual bistro
environment, while the Dining Room provides gourmands with a
sophisticated environment and a more formal dining experience.
Those wanting to come early or stay late enjoy the upstairs
Champagne Lounge where champagnes and bespoke cocktails are served
alongside small dishes.
Visit
www.countryinnewyork.com |
