Lychee Rose Cooler Recipe

Learn how to make the best homemade Lychee Rose Cooler with this easy mocktail recipe. This refreshing alcohol-free drink combines exotic lychee fruit with delicate rose water for a sophisticated virgin cocktail that's perfect for elegant gatherings or a refreshing afternoon treat.

Difficulty:

Beginner

Prep Time:

5 mins

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Serves:

1 mocktail

Ingredients

<ul class="ingredients-main-list"> <li class="ingredients-single-item">6 fresh or canned lychees, drained</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">30ml lychee syrup (from canned lychees or store-bought)</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">15ml fresh lime juice</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">10ml rose water (or 5ml rose syrup)</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">120ml soda water</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">1 tablespoon coconut cream (optional)</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">Handful of ice cubes</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh rose petals for garnish (ensure they're unsprayed/edible)</li> <li class="ingredients-single-item">Fresh lychee on a skewer for garnish</li> </ul>

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Equipment

<ul class="equipment-main-list"> <li class="equipment-single-item">Blender or muddler</li> <li class="equipment-single-item">Cocktail shaker</li> <li class="equipment-single-item">Fine mesh strainer</li> <li class="equipment-single-item">Highball glass</li> <li class="equipment-single-item">Cocktail skewers</li> </ul>

Directions

<ol class="no-list-style"> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 1</h4> Chill your highball glass by filling it with ice water and setting aside while you prepare the mocktail. This ensures your final drink stays refreshing for longer. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 2</h4> Place 4 lychees in a blender or muddle them in a cocktail shaker until they form a smooth pulp. The lychee flesh should be completely broken down to release its delicate fragrance and sweet flavor. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 3</h4> Add the lychee syrup, fresh lime juice, rose water, and coconut cream (if using) to the lychee pulp. The lime adds brightness that balances the floral sweetness, while the coconut cream provides a silky texture. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 4</h4> Fill your cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. This proper shake chills the mixture thoroughly while incorporating air that creates a lighter mouthfeel. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 5</h4> Empty the ice water from your chilled glass and fill with fresh ice cubes. Double-strain the mixture into your prepared glass to ensure a smooth texture without pulp fibers. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 6</h4> Top with soda water, pouring slowly down the side of the glass to preserve the carbonation. A gentle stir with a bar spoon will incorporate the bubbles without losing effervescence. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 7</h4> Garnish with remaining lychees on a skewer laid across the rim and sprinkle a few rose petals on top. The rose petals not only look beautiful but release additional aromatic oils that enhance the drinking experience. </li> <li class="MethodStepper"> <h4 class="step-title">Step 8</h4> Serve immediately while the drink is perfectly chilled and the carbonation is at its peak. The delicate pink hue should be clear at the bottom, gradually becoming cloudy toward the top where the lychee pulp and soda water merge. </li> </ol>

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about this delicious recipe right here.

What ingredients are used in Lychee Rose Cooler Recipe?

The Lychee Rose Cooler combines fresh or canned lychees, lychee syrup, lime juice, rose water, soda water, and ice. Optional ingredients include coconut cream for creaminess, plus fresh lychees and rose petals for an elegant garnish.

How to make Lychee Rose Cooler Recipe at home?

Learn how to make Lychee Rose Cooler at home by blending lychees into a smooth pulp, adding lychee syrup, lime juice and rose water, shaking with ice, straining into a chilled glass, topping with soda water, and garnishing with fresh lychees and rose petals. The result is a delicate, floral mocktail with exotic sweetness.

Can I substitute rose water if I can't find it?

Yes, you can substitute rose water with orange blossom water for a different floral note, or use 5ml of rose syrup instead. In a pinch, a drop of food-grade rose essential oil or a splash of rosewater-infused tonic water will work too.

How can I make this floral mocktail less sweet?

Reduce sweetness by using less lychee syrup and adding more fresh lime juice. You can also use unsweetened lychees in natural juice rather than syrup, and dilute with extra soda water for a lighter, more refreshing balance.

Are there any alcoholic versions of this floral cooler?

Yes! Transform this mocktail into a cocktail by adding 30ml of vodka or gin. For a sparkling version, replace some soda water with prosecco or champagne. White rum also pairs beautifully with the lychee and rose flavours for a tropical twist.

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