Make your own summer cocktails at home with Chez Rosa’s bar team special recipes, tips & tricks!

Mixing flavors is definitely a form of artistry. Aromas, flavor combinations, and garnishes all go hand in hand when it comes to your taste buds having a party. This all plays a part when trying a new cocktail.

Summer is just around the corner and we had to ask our bar team, the ones in charge of making you go “mhmm…” at our bar, for the recipe of one of our new signature cocktails. We also added some tips & tricks you can do at home to impress your friends, family or a special someone without having to be a pro.

Let’s get down to business, shall we?
We wanted to share with you the step by step recipe for one of the crowd’s favorites in our new spring cocktail lineup. 

The Activator: a mix of rye, cynar, espresso, and lemon. This cocktail packs a punch with its bold flavors. The Activator is the perfect pick-me-up for any occasion, guaranteed to wake up your taste buds and get you ready for whatever comes next.

1.5 oz of Rye

0.5 oz Cynar

0.5 oz freshly brewed espresso

0.25 demerara syrup

1 dash coffee bitters

Lemon twist

To make demerara syrup mix equal parts of warm water and demerara sugar and mix until dissolved. We prefer demerara sugar for this cocktail but if you do not have it handy you can make it with regular sugar.

In a cocktail mixing glass add the rye, cynar, espresso, demerara syrup, and coffee bitters, add lots of ice and stir with a mixing spoon. 

Strain into rocks glass and add one large ice cube. 

Garnish with a lemon twist. 

You are now ready to delight some people, or just enjoy it yourself on a nice sunny spring day.

A little bit more on the rest of our cocktail lineup.

The other side: This is our own version of a sour. A daring mix of mezcal, tarragon, mint, and egg white foam. This cocktail is for the brave and curious, ready to try something new. The mezcal brings a smoky flavor, while the tarragon and mint add freshness. Take a sip and step into a world of bold flavors with The Other Side.

Easy breeze: cassis, lillet blanc, white wine & bubbles. The cassis lends a fruity sweetness, while Lillet Blanc adds a subtle floral note. Mixed with white wine and topped with bubbles, it's light and refreshing. Easy Breeze is ideal for those who appreciate the finer things in life without any fuss. a.k.a sophistication in a laid back glass. 

Brighter days: gin, grapefruit, house made grenadine & thyme flavors. Every sip is like a ray of sunshine, absolutely uplifting, perfect for savoring life's brighter moments.

1. Jaguar shark: gin, st. germain, lime, coconut milk, turmeric. This cocktail embodies the vibrant energy of a tropical paradise, transporting you to the shore with every sip and guaranteed to make you feel like the main character in your own adventure.

Now, where are my tips & tricks?!

Whether you want to try “The Activator” or “Jaguar Shark” they all follow some important bar basics.

Ice is your best friend: be sure to have your glasses ice cold before you pour your mixed drink into it.

Measure your ingredients: no one wants an undrinkable drink, you want to savor every part of it so make sure everything is measured so it comes together in a balanced way.

The order of the pour does affect the end result: first the flavors and at the end the bubbles, this means you’ll mix the fruits, extracts, juices and the alcohol first and at the end the mixer which will be soda, wine, etc right before sipping on it.

Ready is better than fast: have your utensils on hand so you are not rushing in the middle of prepping and you will be enjoying being your own bartender for the night and guaranteeing best results.

Don't forget to capture the magic by snapping some photos of your creations and sharing them with us on social media.

Extra tip for you!

If you are one of those who prefer to sit back, relax, have a good chat and just sip, sip, sip instead of mix, mix, mix, then come over to our bar and have a delicious, fresh, new cocktail made right at the moment and ready for you to enjoy.

We’ll love to have you over!