Strange Brew

COCKTAIL INGREDIENTS:
- 60 ml London Dry Gin
(Preferably Tanqueray No. 10)
- 22,5 ml Velvet Falernum
- 30 ml Fresh Pineapple Juice
- 15 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
- IPA Beer (preferably with notes of citrus, like lemon or grapefruit)

GARNISH:
- Sprig of Mint

INSTRUCTIONS:
• Combine all of the ingredients except IPA in a cocktail shaker.
• Add two-three ice cubes and shake briefly.
• Strain over fresh crushed ice into a cocktail glass.
• Top with IPA.
• Garnish with a mint sprig.

Cocktail author: Thomas Waugh (Recipe from Death & Co cocktail book).

Lately, I have been feeling a craving for beer, not usual for summer, so I decided to look for a drink, that would combine my passion for mixology and beer. The search resulted in a Strange Brew, a cocktail by Thomas Waugh.

Usually, I’m not that crazy about IPA, but in this cocktail it tasted amazing. Personally, in this drink I prefer slightly fruity IPA with notes of citrus, that pairs great with spices and lime of the falernum and botanicals of gin. Fruity notes are then further reinforced by the addition of sweet and tart pineapple and lemon juices. Final drop of freshness comes from the mint sprig garnish and its contrasting cool notes.

In the end, Strange Brew as its name implies might be a little strange, compared to traditional cocktails, but it is totally delicious and ready to surprise you. So, give it a try if you have a chance.

Source material:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2TN-4SNog0&t=1s