Winter Persimmon Sipper

This delightful winter libation, the Persimmon Old Fashioned, is a perfect blend of sweet persimmon puree, rye or bourbon, and a hint of seltzer. The smooth and slightly thick puree, made from ripe fuyu persimmons, adds a unique twist to the classic old-fashioned cocktail. Garnished with rosemary and fresh cranberries, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is flavorful.

Winter Persimmon Sipper

A delightful winter libation featuring sweet persimmon puree, rye or bourbon, and a hint of seltzer, garnished with rosemary and fresh cranberries.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe fuyu persimmons, quartered
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 oz rye or bourbon
  • 2 tablespoons persimmon puree
  • 4 dashes orange bitters
  • Seltzer water
  • Rosemary, for garnish (optional)
  • Fresh cranberries, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a blender or food processor, blend persimmons, water, and brown sugar until smooth, adjusting the consistency with more water if needed.
  2. Fill a short cocktail glass with ice.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons persimmon puree and the remaining ingredients to the glass.
  4. Gently stir to combine.
  5. Garnish with rosemary and cranberries, if desired.