Phuket Spice Delight

This refreshing and exotic cocktail, One Night in Phuket, is a delightful blend of spicy, sweet, and citrus flavors. The infusion of Thai chile and cilantro with vodka, combined with the creamy richness of sweetened cream of coconut, creates a unique and invigorating drinking experience. The interplay of these diverse elements captures the essence of a memorable night in Phuket.

Phuket Spice Delight

A spicy, sweet, and citrusy cocktail with a creamy richness, inspired by the flavors of Phuket.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 Thai chile, pierced with a knife
  • 1 tbsp sugar plus more for glass rim
  • 1 lime, cut into wheels, plus 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 10 cilantro leaves
  • 3 tbsp sweetened cream of coconut (such as Coco López)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Infuse vodka with the pierced Thai chile, allowing it to sit for 2-24 hours.
  2. Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wheel and dip it in sugar to coat.
  3. Muddle lime wheels, sugar, and cilantro leaves in a cocktail shaker.
  4. Add chile-infused vodka, cream of coconut, and lime juice to the shaker with ice.
  5. Shake vigorously and strain the mixture into the prepared glass.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and enjoy.