Go Back
–+ servings
Sakura Lychee Cocktail

Sakura Lychee Cocktail: A Blooming Refreshment You’ll Love

Enjoy the refreshing Sakura Lychee Cocktail, a delightful vegan and gluten-free drink that brings spring's essence to your table.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sakura Mixture
  • 1 cup Salt Pickled Sakura Flowers or fresh sakura blossoms if unavailable
  • 1 cup Warm Water not boiling
  • 1 tablespoon Sakura Powder adjust to taste
For the Drink
  • 1 cup Filtered Water
  • 1 can Canned Lychees in Syrup or Juice opt for less sweetness
  • 1 cup Sparkling Water or Tonic Water for fizz
  • 1 cup Ice for serving

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • tall glass
  • spoon
  • Paper Towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rehydrate Sakura Flowers: In a bowl, combine salt pickled sakura flowers with warm water. Soak for about 5 minutes, stir gently, rinse under cool water, and drain.
  2. Prepare the Sakura Mixture: Mix sakura powder with filtered water in a small bowl until smooth, adjusting to enhance flavor.
  3. Assemble the Cocktail: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to create a refreshing base.
  4. Combine the Ingredients: Pour the sakura mixture over ice, add lychee syrup or juice, and stir gently for about 10-15 seconds.
  5. Add the Fizz: Top with sparkling water or tonic water, filling the glass to the brim.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sakura flowers and a lychee on a toothpick, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gSodium: 60mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure dried sakura flowers are thoroughly rinsed; use fresh sakura flowers for garnish when possible.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!