Lychee fruit, a tropical delight native to Southeast Asia, is esteemed for its sweet, floral flavor and juicy texture. When used as an ingredient in cocktails, lychee adds an exotic and refreshing element that pairs well with various spirits. Its unique taste profile, combining notes of rose, pear, and grape, makes it a versatile addition to both light and more robust alcoholic beverages.
Lychee can be incorporated into cocktails in several forms, such as lychee syrup, juice, or even fresh lychee. When used in lychee martinis or lychee mojitos, the fruit's natural sweetness enhances the overall drinking experience, balancing the alcohol's potency. Additionally, lychee pairs well with other tropical fruits and flavors, adding complexity and depth to the cocktail's flavor profile. Whether served as a garnish or blended into the drink, lychee fruit brings a touch of the exotic to any cocktail creation.
Drink Name | Alcoholic | Style | Glass Type | Ingredients | Instructions |
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Bloody Tory
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Yes | Cocktail | Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass | Bourbon Whiskey Margarita Mix Beer Fruit Juice Lychee Fruit Salt |
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Chinatown
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Yes | Cocktail | Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass | Lychee Wine Gin Brandy (Cherry) Pineapple Syrup Lychee Fruit |
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Lychee Caipiroska
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Yes | Cocktail | Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass | Vodka Lychee Liqueur Simple Syrup Lychee Fruit |
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Lychee Nut Cocktail
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Yes | Cocktail | Wine Glass | Rum (Dark) Brandy (Cherry) Sweet and Sour Mix Sugar Lychee Fruit |
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Lychee Rosé
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Yes | Cocktail | Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass | Tequila Lychee Fruit Sherry (Dry) Elderflower Liqueur Lime Juice |
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Mott Street Manhattan
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Yes | Cocktail | Rocks or Old-Fashioned Glass | Bourbon Whiskey Vermouth (Sweet) Ginseng Extract Lychee Fruit |
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Red Lotus
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Yes | Cocktail | Margarita Glass | Vodka Lychee Liqueur Cranberry Juice Lychee Fruit Cherries Lemon(s) |
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