Inspiration for Vanilla Sea

Vanilla, being one of the most common “comfort” flavors, offers a wonderful foundation to create an evocative cocktail experience. The sensuous flavor of vanilla is partnered in this case with feisty ginger, itself boasting an aphrodisiac reputation too.

The recipe worked towards a light balance, both toward taste and color, the latter evocative of salt water – the sea. The subtle hue also aims to disguise the ginger “surprise.”

In contrast, the raspberry garnish adds a splash of energy with its rich hue, while rounding off the uplifting citrus notes (especially those of the orange zest). The curves of the sage leaf add to the movement of the creation, like the faithful waves by the seaside, and balance, like the proportions in nature’s designs.

The name reaches out to the appeal of the unpretentious ocean waves, and reflects the romantic simplicity of the theme. The “Vanilla Sea” experience offers a twist, as one “discovers” the ginger while being intrigued by the aroma of the sage leaf.

With calming sage and a quiet surprise, “Vanilla Sea” will open your mind and senses.