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Saturn
The Saturn was created by Californian Tiki genius Popo Galsini. This fruity concoction won the 1967 IBA Cocktail Championships but seems to have remained relatively unknown. On paper, the recipe looks like a somewhat mindless mix of syrups. It doesn't feature the typical Rum base found in many Tiki drinks. And worst of all, the only alcohol present is a rather measily slug of Gin. All of these points may seem problematic until you actually taste the drink, and discover a perfect combination of exotic Tiki flavours.
Mix
1.25 shots of Gin
0.5 shots of Passion Fruit Syrup
0.25 shots of Velvet Falernum
0.25 shots of Almond Sugar Syrup
0.5 shots of Lemon Juice
Shake
Add all the ingredients to the mixing tin, add lots of ice, shake thoroughly and strain into the glass over lots of crushed ice and churn.
Pour
Serve in a Rocks glass and garnish with a mint sprig.
Ingredient Profile
Mint adorns a glistening Saturn cocktail.
More on the Saturn
Jeff Berry describes the Saturn, and the man who created it, in Beachbum Berry Remixed.
Shot by Shot Guide
PartyCocktails.com's shot by shot guide shows how to mix a Saturn cocktail. Don't forget to check out our Top Ten Tips For Mixing Cocktails
Measure 0.5 shots of Passion Fruit Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.25 shots of Velvet Falernum and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.25 shots of Almond Sugar Syrup and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.5 shots of Lemon Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Fill up the glass with crushed ice.
Churn the contents of the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a mint sprig.