The Corsican Cocktail

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
The Corsican Cocktail
5 min.
6
294kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing escape with The Corsican Cocktail, a delightful beverage that embodies the essence of summer in every sip. Perfect for gatherings or a quiet evening at home, this cocktail is not only a feast for the senses but also caters to a variety of dietary preferences, being vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free. With its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and elevate any occasion.

Imagine the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed lemon juice harmonizing with the floral notes of elderflower syrup, all beautifully balanced by the crispness of Lillet Blanc and the sweetness of limoncello. This cocktail is a celebration of flavors that dance on your palate, making it an ideal choice for warm evenings or festive celebrations.

In just five minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves six, allowing you to share this delightful drink with friends and family. Whether you choose to serve it in chic cocktail glasses or a charming punch bowl, The Corsican Cocktail is sure to be a hit. Garnished with a twist of lemon, it not only looks stunning but also adds a touch of sophistication to your drink. So, gather your ingredients, and let’s toast to good times and great company with this exquisite cocktail!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounce seltzer water chilled
  •  optional: lemon 
  • 1.8 ounces juice of lemon freshly squeezed
  • 13 ounces lillet blanc chilled
  • ounces limoncello chilled
  • 3.5 ounces karo syrup 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • measuring cup
  • funnel

Directions

  1. Combine the Lillet, limoncello, elderflower syrup, and lemon juice in a large measuring cup or medium bowl. Using a funnel, transfer to a 3-cup-capacity bottle (or 750-milliliter bottle) with a tightfitting lid and refrigerate for up to 8 hours.When ready to serve, pour about 4 ounces of the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass and top with about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 ounces of the club soda.
  2. Garnish with a lemon twist, if desired, and serve. (Alternatively, you can combine all of the ingredients except the lemon twists in a 5-cup punch bowl and serve immediately.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories294kcal
Protein3.64%
Fat1.75%
Carbs94.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
4.25
Glycemic Load
1.8
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.3900001126787%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
23.47mg
Hesperetin
31.33mg
Naringenin
0.71mg
Luteolin
2.05mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.54mg
Quercetin
1.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.37kcal
14.72%
Fat:0.34g
0.53%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.28%
Carbohydrates:41.84g
13.95%
Net Carbohydrates:38.79g
14.1%
Sugar:30.75g
34.16%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:23.91mg
1.04%
Alcohol:21.06g
100%
Alcohol %:9.72%
100%
Protein:1.61g
3.22%
Vitamin C:60.44mg
73.26%
Fiber:3.05g
12.2%
Potassium:158.5mg
4.53%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.51%
Calcium:41.96mg
4.2%
Iron:0.66mg
3.66%
Folate:13.53µg
3.38%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.01%
Magnesium:9.61mg
2.4%
Copper:0.04mg
2.21%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.16%
Phosphorus:17.94mg
1.79%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.69%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.34%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.16%
Source:Chow