There’s no better way to toast the arrival of spring than with a vibrant cocktail in hand. Whether you’re planning an elevated dinner party or just gathering with friends on the patio, this spring cocktail from Spirits Director Carla Irene at Birmingham, AL’s Armour House offers a perfect blend of seasonal brightness.
Ginger Daisy Cocktail
The Ginger Daisy offers a crisp, golden glow that feels just right for the season — bright and refreshing. Featuring Corazón Blanco tequila, limoncello, lime, beets, and ginger, the drink strikes a harmonious balance between earthy and bright. The natural sweetness of beet juice brings unexpected depth and color, while ginger adds a zesty kick that pairs beautifully with the citrus notes. Serve it in a rocks glass with a delicate garnish — think thin lime wheel or a candied ginger skewer.
This cocktail is easy enough for home bartenders to make, yet impressive enough to wow your guests. It’s a great way to cure any lingering winter blues and usher in warmer days with style and flavor. So shake, stir, and pour your way into spring — one sip at a time.
Ginger Daisy Cocktail
Equipment
- ISI Canister
- Shaker
Ingredients
Beet-Ginger Syrup
- 8 oz golden beets diced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger sliced
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups white sugar
Lemon Thyme Foam
- 250 ml lemon juice
- 250 ml thyme simple syrup
- 2 g methylcellulose
- 1 g xanthan gum
Ginger Daisy
- 1.5 oz Corazón Blanco
- 0.75 oz beet-ginger syrup
- 0.25 oz limoncello
- Lemon thyme foam for topping
Instructions
Beet-Ginger Syrup
- Put the golden beets and ginger in a pot over medium-high heat with a ¼ cup of water. Allow to cook until beets are fork-tender and ginger is fragrant. Add remaining 1¾ cup of water and sugar to the pot and stir until sugar is dissolved. Run mixture through a blender on high, then strain.
Lemon Thyme Foam
- Whisk everything together.
- Add contents to an ISI canister and charge twice.
Ginger Daisy
- Combine all ingredients into a shaker tin.
- Add ice and stir.
- Serve in a rocks glass and top with lemon thyme foam.
Notes
- Use store-bought thyme syrup, or simmer equal parts sugar and water with a few sprigs of fresh thyme until the sugar dissolves, then let it steep for 10 to 15 minutes before straining.
- For a store-bought alternative to the beet-ginger syrup, use Natalie’s Carrot, Ginger, Turmeric, Apple Juice (Yes, all those ingredients in one juice!). It has a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spice. If using this product, use it as a juice (changing the recipe to 0.5 oz. Natalie's and 0.25 oz. lime juice) and substitute agave for the syrup.
Nutrition
Cheers to spring!
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