Purple Cocktail aka the Third Eye
Purple cocktails are all the rage at the moment. If you want a fun and delicious purple cocktail, then try making the Third Eye! You’ll need Creme de Violette liqueur, gin, grapefruit juice, and a splash of club soda.
I am not a mixologist by any means. I am simply an artist who happens to love the color purple and violets. So when I saw Crème de Violette liqueur at the specialty store, I knew I had to make it mine.
Creme de Violette Liqueur
Here is a photo of the Crème de Violette liqueur. It tastes just like the smell of violets, except it is sweeter. It also has a slight, bitter aftertaste. I love how it turns a boring drink into a visual delight! I made my Third Eye purple cocktail with freshly squeezed pink grapefruit juice and gin. And next time I want to make up another purple cocktail, I will mix it with oranges, lemons or limes, and possibly vodka.
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I can also see using this pretty liquid in desserts. For example, maybe a splash of the liqueur over vanilla ice cream or lemon sorbet? Garnished with an edible violet flower, a mint leaf, and some lemon zest sprinkled on top? I will definitely experiment more with this purple spirit and share the results with you.
Purple Cocktail aka The Third Eye
Here's a spirited cocktail that is refreshing, fun and easy on the eyes!
Ingredients
- 1 ounce of Crème de Violette liqueur
- 1.5 ounces of gin
- 2 ounces of freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
- Club soda
- Grapefruit peel
- Sprig of mint
Instructions
- Combine the Creme de Violette liqueur, gin, and grapefruit juice into a shaker, add ice and shake. Pour into a small glass and add a splash of club soda. Garnish with a strip of grapefruit peel and top with a sprig of mint.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Crème de Violette liqueur and where does it come from? Rothman & Winter in Austria makes the liqueur from violet petals and steeps it in a brandy base.
Why did you name it “The Third Eye” cocktail? The liqueur color is a bluish-purple and reminds me of the sixth chakra, which is also known as the “Third Eye.” This chakra is located in the middle of our forehead and is the center of our intuition.
Is there a non-alcohol version of Crème de Violette available? Monin makes a version of violet syrup, as does 1883 Maison Routin from France, and Fabbri from Italy. All have beautiful violet coloring and reportedly taste just like the flower!
If you make this cocktail, please leave a comment below and let me know how it turns out for you! You can also share a photo of your drink on my Instagram account with the hashtag #thrivingwithless – cheers!
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