Enjoy the Romancing The Stone recipe! Combine apricot eau-de-vie, lemon juice, honey syrup, Peychaud's bitters, and sparkling wine to create a delightful summer drink.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 194
Ingredients
- 1 oz apricot eau-de-vie
- ¾ oz lemon juice - freshly squeezed
- ½ oz rich honey syrup - 2 parts honey, 1 part water
- 2 dashes of Peychaud's bitters
- Sparkling wine - chilled, to top
- Ice cubes
- Lemon twist - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Champagne Flute or Coupe Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Strainer & Fine-strainer
- Shaker
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Glass: Fill your Champagne flute or coupe glass with ice cubes, stir and set it aside
- Add Bitters: Add 2 dashes of Peychaud's bitters to a shaker.
- Add Honey Syrup: Add ½ oz rich honey syrup to the mix.
- Add Lemon Juice: Measure and pour ¾ oz lemon juice into the shaker.
- Add Apricot Eau-de-Vie: Pour 1 oz apricot eau-de-vie into the mix.
- Add Ice: Fill your shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake: Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain: Fine strain your mixture into the chilled flute glass.
- Top with Sparkling Wine: Top off the mixture with chilled sparkling wine.
- Garnish: Place a lemon twist into the glass for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Apricot Eau-de-Vie: If you don't have Apricot Eau-de-Vie opt for another fruit brandy or use peach schnapps for a different but still fruity flavor.
- Lemon Juice: Bottled lemon juice works in a pinch, but I always prefer fresh for that vibrant taste.
- Rich Honey Syrup: You can substitute agave syrup if you want a vegan option or simple syrup if you prefer a more neutral sweetness.
- Peychaud's Bitters: Angostura bitters can work as an alternative, although it will slightly change the flavor profile.
Making a Pitcher of Romancing The Stone:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 16 dashes of Peychaud’s bitters, 8 oz of apricot eau-de-vie, 6 oz of lemon juice, and 4 oz of rich honey syrup.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the apricot eau-de-vie, lemon juice, and rich honey syrup with ice. Stir well.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into chilled individual Champagne flutes or coupe glasses, top with sparkling wine, garnish with a lemon twist, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Apricot Eau-de-Vie Substitute: Use an apricot nectar or juice to mimic the fruity notes without alcohol.
- Sparkling Wine Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic sparkling wine or club soda for that bubbly effect.
- Proceed As Usual: Omit the bitters and use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version.
Making it Vegan:
- Honey Syrup Substitute: Replace the rich honey syrup with agave syrup to make this cocktail vegan-friendly.
- Proceed As Usual: Follow the original steps using agave syrup instead of honey syrup to enjoy a vegan version of Romancing The Stone.
What is a Romancing The Stone?
A Romancing The Stone is a cocktail made of apricot eau-de-vie, freshly squeezed lemon juice, rich honey syrup, Peychaud’s bitters, and chilled sparkling wine. It’s easy to make because it involves straightforward steps like mixing the ingredients and topping with sparkling wine. This refreshing drink stands out for its unique combination of fruity and bubbly elements.
What is a Romancing The Stone made of – The ingredients
To make a Romancing The Stone, gather these ingredients:
- Apricot eau-de-vie: Provides the primary flavor and a solid spirit base.
- Lemon juice, freshly squeezed: Adds a fresh, tangy citrus note to balance the sweetness.
- Rich honey syrup (2 parts honey, 1 part water): Sweetens the cocktail with a rich, natural flavor.
- Peychaud’s bitters: Adds complexity and a hint of bitterness to enhance the overall taste.
- Sparkling wine, chilled: Tops off the drink with enthusiasm and a light, bubbly texture.
