Blood and Sand

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
4%
Blood and Sand
45 min.
1
287kcal

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Introducing the Blood and Sand, a vibrant beverage that is sure to captivate both the eyes and the palate. This delightful drink combines the rich flavors of Scotch and sweet vermouth, balanced perfectly with a zesty twist of freshly juiced oranges, and crowned with the effervescent charm of cherry ale. It’s a stunning example of how classic cocktails can be reimagined, maintaining their essential character while catering to vegetarian and dairy-free preferences.

The Blood and Sand is not just a drink; it's an experience, featuring a light, airy orange foam that adds a unique texture and an explosion of citrusy flavor to every sip. Whether you’re preparing for a cozy evening at home or looking to impress guests at your next gathering, this cocktail will undoubtedly delight everyone’s taste buds, all while keeping the calories in check.

This 45-minute creation, with around 287 kcal per serving, allows you to savor a sophisticated beverage without the worry of heavy additives. Perfectly balanced and impressively easy to make, it's a testament to the art of mixology that anyone can master. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to elevate your cocktail experience with this exquisite Blood and Sand!

Ingredients

  • ounces ale 
  • cup ice cubes 
  • dash orange bitters 
  • 200 orange juice 
  • ounces scotch whiskey 
  • ounce mirin sweet
  • serving xanthan gum 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • immersion blender

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine 200 grams orange juice, 2.5 grams Versa-Whip (available online), 1/2 gram xanthan gum (also available online). Use immersion blender with whisk attachment to whip juice into foam.
  2. In chilled cocktail shaker or pint glass, stir together Scotch, vermouth, bitters, and ice until well combined. Strain into chilled double old-fashioned glass and top with cherry ale and orange foam.
  3. These ingredients are usually available online and, in most cases, you must buy in quantity. Willpowder.net is a good source.

Nutrition Facts

Calories287kcal
Protein6.06%
Fat3.24%
Carbs90.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
107.5
Glycemic Load
11.43
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
8.7252174227134%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.22mg
Epicatechin
0.05mg
Eriodictyol
0.34mg
Hesperetin
23.9mg
Naringenin
4.28mg
Kaempferol
0.46mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.51mg
Gallocatechin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:286.9kcal
14.34%
Fat:0.4g
0.62%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.3%
Carbohydrates:25.16g
8.39%
Net Carbohydrates:23.99g
8.72%
Sugar:16.99g
18.87%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:44.98mg
1.96%
Alcohol:25.77g
100%
Alcohol %:5.63%
100%
Protein:1.68g
3.36%
Vitamin C:100mg
121.21%
Folate:63.4µg
15.85%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.49%
Potassium:419.1mg
11.97%
Vitamin A:400IU
8%
Magnesium:27.77mg
6.94%
Copper:0.14mg
6.83%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.6%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.3%
Fiber:1.17g
4.68%
Phosphorus:46.3mg
4.63%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.4%
Vitamin B5:0.4mg
4.03%
Calcium:31.37mg
3.14%
Iron:0.42mg
2.35%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.85%
Source:Epicurious