Saturn Cocktail Recipe

Ever feel like you’re floating through space? Let’s kick it up a notch with this celestial Saturn Cocktail, where gin and passion fruit collide in an orbit of flavor that’s out of this world! 🍹✨

The Saturn Cocktail has a crisp, delicious flavor that tastes like pure sunshine. It’s got gin as a base, but not just any ol’ run-of-the-mill gin.

You’re going to want to bust out the good stuff: either St. George Spirits’ What’s in Your Cuppa or a different kind of Navy-strength gin.

And its rays of flavor don’t stop there. They travel straight to your thirsty mouth vis-a-vis a delightful blend of passion-fruit syrup, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of sweet almond flavor from orgeat.

Or, you know, whatever nutty flavor you have lying around.

Saturn Cocktail Recipe Ingredients

• Gin: Distilled spirit with botanicals, adds juniper and herbal notes.
• Passion Fruit Syrup: Sweet, tangy for a tropical touch, rich in Vitamin C.
• Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed, adds sourness, boosts immunity with Vitamin C.
• Orgeat Syrup: Almond syrup; provides sweetness and nutty flavor.
• Falernum: Spiced syrup; hints of ginger, lime; adds depth to cocktails.

Saturn Cocktail Recipe Ingredient Quantities

• 1.5 oz gin
• 0.5 oz passion fruit syrup
• 0.5 oz lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 0.25 oz orgeat syrup
• 0.25 oz falernum
• Crushed ice
• Lemon wheel for garnish
• Mint sprig for garnish
• Cherry for garnish

How to Make this Saturn Cocktail Recipe

1. Put gin to the cocktail shaker, also add passion fruit syrup, lemon juice, orgeat syrup, and falernum to the shaker. Shake well!

2. Add a generous amount of crushed ice to the shaker.

3. Ensure that the lid on the shaker is secure and then shake the shaker with vigorous energy for about 15 seconds, or until the drink inside has reached a temperature that can be described as well chilled.

4. Pack the glass with crushed ice all the way to the top.

5. Strain the mixture of the cocktail into the glass over the crushed ice.

6. Carefully set a lemon wheel on top of the crushed ice.

7. Add a mint sprig for an aromatic freshness.

8. Top the drink with a cherry, and put it as a garnish on top of the glass, resting it on the ice or lemon wheel.

9. Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Saturn Cocktail, and serve it directly to your guests.

10. If desired, add a straw so that it’s easy to sip from and look at the presentation. This should, if followed correctly, guide the reader through the process of making a festive drink, after which the reader can look at the reader’s make of said drink and see a straw inserted into it, thus appearing to be easy-sipping. The drink in question is usually adorned with a straw.

Saturn Cocktail Recipe Equipment Needed

1. Cocktail shaker
2. Jigger or measuring tool
3. Strainer
4. Glass (preferably a rocks or tiki glass)
5. Ice crusher or bag for crushing ice
6. Bar spoon
7. Paring knife (for garnishing with lemon wheel)
8. Straw (optional)

FAQ

• What does the Saturn Cocktail taste like?A delightful tropical flavor is presented in the Saturn Cocktail. Gin forms the base of that flavor, but not in the way one might expect. Instead of a standard gin, the drink calls for a type of Old Tom gin. Old Tom is a sweeter, more floral type of gin that was very popular in the 19th century, and it not only anchors the drink but also brings the sort of luscious flavor one might associate with the negronis of today.
• Can I substitute the gin with another spirit?Although a Saturn Cocktail is typically made with gin, you might try using vodka instead. Just know that it will change the drink’s flavor in a major way.
• What is orgeat syrup?Orgeat syrup is a syrup made from almonds that are sweet. This syrup is flavored with a hint of orange blossom. This is the syrup that is used in most tiki drinks.
• Is falernum necessary in the recipe?Falernum contributes an extraordinary flavored citrus spice, but if you can’t find it, whip up a simple syrup of equal parts sugar and water with the following additions—to approximate the Falernum flavor, use a half-cup of fresh lime juice and a cup of whole cloves.
• How do I prepare the cocktail?Combine all components, omitting the garnishes, in a shaker with crushed ice. Shake until well-chilled and strain into a glass. Garnish with a wheel of lemon, a sprig of mint, and a cherry.
• Can I make a non-alcoholic version?To prepare a mocktail, leave out the gin and boost the passion fruit syrup a little, making sure to mix in some soda water for a refreshing twist.
• How should the Saturn Cocktail be served?Serve in a chilled glass, filled with crushed ice, to make this drink the most refreshing possible on a warm day.

Saturn Cocktail Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Gin: If using a different base spirit, choose vodka for a more neutral flavor, or a floral gin for added aromatics.
Grenadine can be used as a substitute for passion fruit syrup if you want a different fruity sweetness. However, passion fruit syrup and grenadine can be used interchangeably depending on which flavor profile you wish to achieve. Grenadine is usually made from pomegranate juice, so if you want to stick with fruity flavors but want to make a more authentic passion fruit drink, it would be better to use coconut syrup.
Juice of lemon: For a more piquant profile, juice of lime can be used.
Orgeat syrup: You can use almond syrup or amaretto instead.
Falernum: Substitute ginger syrup or a spiced simple syrup for falernum.

Pro Tips

1. Chill Your Glassware Before you start, chill your glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water. A cold glass helps keep your cocktail refreshing for longer.

2. Use Fresh Ingredients For maximum flavor, always use freshly squeezed lemon juice. The brightness and acidity of fresh juice can’t be replicated with pre-bottled options.

3. Customize Your Garnish For an extra touch, lightly slap the mint sprig between your hands before garnishing. This releases its oils, enhancing the aromatics of your cocktail.

4. Balance Sweetness with Acidity Taste your cocktail before serving. If it’s too sweet, add a bit more lemon juice. If it’s too tart, a touch of simple syrup can adjust the balance.

5. Consider Crushed Ice Quality The quality and size of the crushed ice can affect the drink’s dilution. If possible, use high-quality crushed ice from a bag or specialty ice maker to optimize the cooling and dilution rate.