YELLOWBREEZE COCKTAIL
10 servings (Approx. 262g per serving) / Allergens: Milk
Prep Time: 25 minutes / Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Clarified milk punches are a historic mixology preparation dating back centuries, valued for their silky texture, stability, and crystal-clear appearance. This tropical clarified cocktail combines pineapple, citrus, warming spices, and saffron to create a bright and aromatic beverage with layered complexity. In this recipe, clarification and controlled filtration techniques are used to achieve a refined texture and transparent appearance while preserving flavor intensity. SHO – Umami Booster is used as a flavor enhancer, adding savory depth, improving mouthfeel, and reinforcing the tropical and spice-driven notes within the cocktail.
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| SHO - Umami Booster | 50 gr |
| Pineapple | 1200 gr |
| Water | 250 gr |
| Lime Juice | 280 gr |
| Simple Syrup | 280 gr |
| Milk | 550 gr |
| Cinnamon | 6 gr |
| Star Anise | 2 gr |
| Saffron | 0.02 gr |
Instructions
- Blend the pineapple and water together until smooth.
- Add the cinnamon and star anise, then blend again briefly to incorporate the spices.
- Add the lime juice, simple syrup, and SHO - Umami Booster to the mixture and blend until fully combined.
- In a separate container, prepare the milk for clarification.
- Slowly pour the full pineapple mixture over the milk to initiate curdling and clarification.
- Allow the mixture to rest undisturbed for approximately 4 hours to complete coagulation.
- Filter the mixture carefully through a coffee filter or fine filtration system until fully clarified.
- Replace coffee filters as necessary during filtration to maintain clarity and flow rate.
- Add saffron threads to the clarified cocktail and infuse until the desired yellow color develops.
- Remove the saffron threads once the preferred color and aroma are achieved.
- Bottle the clarified cocktail and store refrigerated.
- Before service, chill the cocktail thoroughly.
- Pour into a mixing glass over ice and stir briefly for approximately 3 seconds.
- Strain 120ml into a chilled Nick and Nora or coupette glass.
- Ensure the cocktail presents clear appearance, bright acidity, silky texture, and clean spice aromatics before serving.
Notes
- Avoid disturbing the milk solids during clarification, as this may reduce clarity.
- Fresh pineapple improves brightness and tropical aroma in the final cocktail.
- Strict refrigerated storage should be maintained for all clarified milk punch preparations.
- Label all batches with production and expiration dates for professional service standards.
- The cocktail pairs well with light savory garnishes or citrus oils.
