Ocean Prime Indianapolis is pleased to announce that one of their bartenders, Maggie Day, won a national contest with Ocean Prime and Absolute to create an original cocktail. Creating the Watermelon Elyx, Day created the best drink out of all the competitors across the country. As a result, her drink will be featured in the summer menu for all Ocean Prime locations coast to coast.
Ocean Prime Indianapolis also collaborated with BitterCub to create a tonic concentrate that is mixed with soda water to order. This custom tonic was created by OP general managers during a conference this spring and Ocean Prime GM Jeremy Devine played an integral part in the creation of this. This tonic will also be featured in all Ocean Prime locations coast to coast this summer.
Ingredients
- 1½ ounces Absolut Elyx
- ½ ounce Uncle Val's Gin
- 1 ounce Basil Simple Syrup*
- ½ ounce Watermelon Purée**
- ½ ounce Fresh-squeezed Lime Juice
- 5–6 Dashes Hella Ginger Bitters
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in mixing glass. Add ice to mixing tin. Shake vigorously to chill. Strain half of the cocktail into service glass and half into glass carafe. Place glass carafe atop crushed ice in copper vessel.
*Basil Simple Syrup Recipe
1½ cups Basil Leaves
1 quart Water
1 quart Sugar
Combine all ingredients in medium saucepan. Over medium heat, bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Strain mixture through chinois. Label and date.
**Watermelon Purée
Remove garnishes from watermelon. Place remainder of melon in blender. Blend thoroughly. Strain through chinois.mLabel and date.
Sourcing
Hella Ginger Bitters-Southern
Garnish Tool- https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCM4/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apis_1497404112657
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From the kitchen and bar, there is an appreciation for ingredients that comes through in every dish. The menu is classic and yet there is a modern sensibility to the preparations which range from lighter fare to indulgent seafood presentations, juicy steaks and decadent desserts.
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