Glass: Coupe
Difficulty: Easy
Prep: 5 min
Garnish: Umeboshi (pickled plum)
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Description
A refreshing and tangy cocktail that combines the delicate flavors of sake with the sweet and tart notes of ume (plum) syrup, creating a delightful balance.
History
The Sake Sour Ume is inspired by traditional Japanese flavors, blending the subtle complexities of sake with the unique taste of ume, a popular fruit in East Asian cuisines. This cocktail has gained popularity in modern cocktail bars for its refreshing taste and cultural roots.
Instructions
Step 1.
- Chill a coupe glass.
Step 2.
- In a shaker, combine 2 oz of sake, 3/4 oz of ume syrup, and 3/4 oz of fresh lemon juice.
Step 3.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 4.
- Strain the mixture into the chilled coupe glass.
Step 5.
- Garnish with a pickled umeboshi on a cocktail pick.