Valentine's Day 2025: This special occasion is ideal for an intimate dinner date, exclusively for you and your significant other. While many couples opt for bars or upscale restaurants, consider the possibility of recreating that ambiance in the comfort of your home. This presents a wonderful chance to dazzle your partner with a romantic surprise, or perhaps you can collaborate to craft something extraordinary together.

If you have meticulously planned every detail, from an aesthetically pleasing table arrangement to a carefully curated menu, including appetizers and desserts, do not overlook the importance of beverages. Utilize your mixology expertise to impress your date with drinks that enhance both the atmosphere and the meal.

Whether you prefer classic cocktails or inventive mocktails, we have assembled a selection of delightful Valentine's Day beverage recipes that will elevate your fine dining experience at home to an unforgettable level.

Hibiscus Flower Lemonade

Recipe by: By Sonalal Kumar, Bartender, Lantern Bar, Atmosphere, Kanifushi Maldives

Ingredients

• 2 hibiscus flowers
• Lemon –15ml
• Cardamom powder
• Honey

Method

• In a saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil. Introduce the dried hibiscus flowers into the boiling water, then lower the heat to allow it to simmer for approximately 10 minutes. Afterward, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the infusion steep for an additional 10 minutes to deepen the flavor.
• Utilize a fine mesh strainer to pour the hibiscus infusion into a pitcher, discarding the used flowers. While the infusion remains warm, incorporate the freshly squeezed lemon juice and honey, stirring thoroughly until the honey is completely dissolved.
• Add a small amount of cardamom to the mixture and stir well to ensure the flavors meld together. Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours, or until it is thoroughly chilled.
• To serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the chilled hibiscus cooler over the ice. For an added touch of freshness, garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Pomegranate Sangria

Recipe by Lasith, Bartender, Sangs Bar, OBLU SELECT Sangeli

Ingredients

• 60ml white rum
• 60ml orange juice
• 20ml pomegranate syrup
• 10ml lime juice
• 10ml cinnamon syrup
• Slice of orange (Garnish)

Method

• Combine white rum, orange juice, pomegranate syrup, lime juice, and cinnamon syrup in a cocktail shaker. Populate the shaker with ice cubes. Shake the contents vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until well chilled. Strain the resulting mixture into a chilled wine glass filled with ice. Finish by garnishing with a slice of orange.

Smoked Refreshing Jaisalmeri Lemonade

Recipe by Deepak, Bartender, Dunes Bar, Jaisalmer Marriott Resort & Spa

Ingredients

• 1 Lemon (juiced)
• 1 tbsp Honey or Sugar
• 1 Glass Chilled Water
• Ice Cubes
• 1 Cinnamon Stick (for smoking)
• Mint Leaves (optional)
• Lemon Slice (for garnish)

Method

• Ignite one end of the cinnamon stick using a lighter, extinguish the flame, and insert the smoking stick into the glass for several seconds. In another glass, combine lemon juice and honey (or sugar) until fully dissolved. Introduce ice cubes into the smoked glass, pour in the lemonade, and stir thoroughly. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a few mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

Kuda Coffee

Recipe by: Four Seasons Resort Maldives at Kuda Huraa

Ingredients

• 30 ml brewed & chilled coffee (preferably strong, like espresso or cold brew)
• 45 ml Sri Lankan arak (or a similar rum if unavailable)
• 1 kopi leaf (optional, for garnish)
• Fresh coconut
• Ice cubes

Method

• Prepare the coffee and let it cool down.
• In a cocktail shaker, combine the Sri Lankan arak with the cooled coffee.
• Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake vigorously for approximately 10 to 15 seconds.
• Strain the mixture into a pre-chilled glass.
• Garnish with a kopi leaf on top and add fresh coconut for an aromatic finishing touch.

Moringa Crimson

By Vineeth Krishnan, Beverage Manager, Gimlet Garden at AER, Four Seasons, Hotel Mumbai

Prebatch Recipe:

Ingredients

• 15g Moringa leaves (without stem)
• 20g Tisanes Dream Berry Tea (without berries)
• 5g Sichuan pepper
• 1000ml Water
• 100g Castor sugar
• 3g Pink salt

Method

• Combine all ingredients in a Thermomix.
• Set the temperature to 75°C and the speed to 1.5 for a duration of 18 minutes.
• Once cooled, strain the mixture and transfer it to a bottle.
• Store in the refrigerator. The shelf life is 7 days.

Mocktail Recipe:

• 120ml Moringa Crimson Prebatch
• Top up with Soda

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