Masquerade
Gran Gala Cocktails - http://www.grangala.com/
Ingredients & quantities:
- 1/2 oz Imported Gran Gala Triple Orange Liqueur®
- 1 oz Pisco (Preferably an aromatic one, such as ABA from Chile)
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 4-5 Drops of Orange Bitters (Regan's Orange Bitters) - 1 Green Cardamom Seed
- 1/2 tsp Egg White**
- Orange Zest
Preparation & decoration:
Place the cardamom seed with the bitters in an empty martini shaker and muddle well; you will know it is ready as the aromas from the seed will be released as you crush it. Fill the martini shaker with ice and add the egg white if you wish (it is optional and will give the cocktail a great texture) and shake well. Add the remaining ingredients and shake well. Strain into a chilled Riesling glass (a small wine glass) and garnish with orange zest.
* It is important to use a small wine glass of the Riesling category to better enjoy the cocktail's aroma. Also for added drama you can substitute the orange zest, with a flamed orange peel.
**Pasteurized egg whites can be found in the frozen food section of your supermarket; the egg white will add a luxurious texture and foamy head to the cocktail. It is recommended, but not necessary.