The Art of Infusion: Crafted Mocktails & Cocktails with a Twist

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In the world of beverages, the art of mixology continues to evolve, and one trend that has gained great popularity is infused mocktails and cocktails. 

These delightful concoctions are crafted precisely, blending premade mocktails with various herbs and other flavorful ingredients. 

Join us as we explore the world of infused mocktails and herbal cocktails, unlocking the secrets to creating unique and refreshing beverages.

The Rise of Infused Mocktails:

Infused mocktails have become a go-to choice for those seeking alcohol-free alternatives that still provide a burst of flavor. 

Mixologists can create a symphony of tastes that tantalizes the palate by infusing premade mocktails with your favorite herb, fruits, and spices. 

Making your own infused mocktails and cocktails can be a lot of fun. You can experiment with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and there are numerous recipes that you can try out that will leave you craving more.

Unlocking Herbal Infusion Techniques

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Infusing herbs into mocktails and cocktails requires some knowledge and technique. 

To get the most out of your favorite herb - you need to decarboxylate the herb first. Decarbing allows you to get the most out of your botanicals to enjoy them to their fullest!

Want an easy way to activate all your botanicals with ease?

The ONGROK Decarboxylator machine has a simple, one-button functionality. Press the power button to turn it on, then press the power button to start a decarb cycle. Set and forget!

Now that you have your decarbed herbs let’s start with infused cocktails and mocktails.

Here are a few steps to creating your unique, tasty combinations for any cocktails or mocktails: 

1. Use a sturdy, thick-walled glass, canning jar, or cocktail shaker.
2. Add herbs and a bit of sugar or simple syrup to the bottom of the glass.
3. Add fruit if desired.
4. Use a cocktail muddler, the end of a wooden spoon, or the back of a tablespoon to gently but firmly press the herbs against the side of the glass, twist, and repeat. Do not shred the herbs to bits and pieces – it can make your drink taste bitter, and you’ll end up with tiny green bits that aren’t pleasant to drink.
5. Just twist until you smell the aroma of the herb. That aroma will get stirred into your beverage beautifully.

Let’s explore some exciting infused mocktail and cocktail recipes you can try at home! 

Herbal Tonic and Gin

This is a dual-ingredient beverage that utilizes an herbal elixir that is premade. It is also possible to use water that is herb infused, that can be made with a botanical infuser machine. 

You’ll want to find a product that has a minimum of ten milligrams worth of dry herb so you can feel the desired effects, but many users prefer twenty-five milligrams.

Ingredients

• Two ounces of Tanqueray Rangpur-style gin
• Four ounces of Aurora-infused beverage
• Rosemary sprig garnish
• Lime wheel garnish

Instructions

• Fill up your glass using ice
• Put in the gin and then the infused liquid and stir thoroughly
• Garnish using the rosemary sprig and lime wheel

Moscow Dry Herb Mule

This particular recipe is quite earthy, making it somewhat challenging to combine with the right ingredients. The one ingredient that works wonderfully is ginger. Others include citrus, resulting in a refreshing cocktail with a minimum hangover.

Ingredients

• Two ounces of vodka
• One ounce of lime juice
• 1/3 ounce of ginger herbal-infused syrup
• Lime wedge garnish
• Mint sprig garnish

Instructions

• Fill up a copper mug that is chilled using ice
• Add the lime juice, ginger syrup, and vodka, then briefly stir to mix
• Top using ginger beer
• Use the lime wedge and mint sprig to garnish

Add 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, 2  three-inch fresh ginger stems, and four grams of grounded dry herb to your botanical infuser for the ginger syrup. Select 160°F and 1 hour to infuse the syrup. Once the cycle is complete, strain using the included strainer bag and place the syrup into a storage jar, and seal it.

Dirty Herbal Martini

The Dirty Herbal Martini is distinctive for its olive brine. Using raw herb-based oil instead of syrup guarantees, you’ll obtain the full flavor and terpenes since the herb hasn’t been fully heated or processed.

Ingredients

• Two ounces of dry gin
• ½ ounce of green cocktail olive brine
• ½ ounce of vermouth (extra dry)
• Cracked pepper garnish
• Herb-infused oil
• Green olive garnish

Instructions

• Place every ingredient inside your mixing glass that contains ice, then stir until it becomes well chilled.
• Strain inside a coupe or chilled Martini glass
• Garnish using a green cocktail olive that has been skewered, three drops worth of herb-infused oil, with a touch of black cracked pepper.

Elevate Your Magical Infused Mocktails and Cocktails with ONGROK

Infused mocktails and herbal cocktails offer a delightful departure from traditional beverages, providing freshness and complexity. 

The possibilities are endless, whether you experiment with premade mocktails or dive into herbal infusions. Embrace your inner mixologist and elevate your beverage game by exploring the realm of infused mocktails and herbal cocktails. 

ONGROK’s botanical infusers and Decaboxylator machine can assist you in creating these magical creations.

Now that you know how to create your delicious cocktails and mocktails, we can’t wait to hear what you’ve made with the help of ONGROK.

Cheers to a flavorful and refreshing experience!