Thai Green
Muddle; Shake ∙ 4 min ∙ 19% ABV ∙
The Thai Green is a muddled vodka sour flavored with lemongrass, coriander seed, and cilantro, finished with lime and coconut syrup and served over ice.
Ingredients
1
Servings
Garnish
Instructions for 1 serving
- Pre-chill a glass
- Muddle the first 3 ingredients in the base of the shaker: Lemongrass stem 3 cmCoriander seeds 7 pcsCoriander/Cilantro leaves 3 sprigs
- Add the remaining ingredients: Vodka 60 mlLime juice 15 mlCoconut syrup 15 ml
- Shake all ingredients with ice and fine strain into the ice-filled glass
- Garnish with a cilantro sprig
Tips
- Muddle the lemongrass, coriander seeds, and cilantro firmly enough to release their oils, but stop before the herbs shred and turn bitter.
- Use a fresh lemongrass stem and smash it lightly before muddling; a dry, old one gives little aroma however hard you work it.
History
The Thai Green's green color and aroma come from muddling lemongrass, coriander seeds, and coriander leaves before shaking them with vodka, lime juice, and coconut syrup, a combination meant to evoke the flavors of a Thai green curry without its chili heat.
