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Cocktail Time: The Sakura Spritz is Spring in a Glass
March 20, 2025, 10:58.08 am ET
Photo: Society Cafe
With cherry blossom season fast approaching, Society Cafe at Walker Hotel Greenwich Village is toasting to spring with the Sakura Spritz—a floral, effervescent cocktail available from March 21 through May 31. Inspired by the delicate beauty of sakura, this perfectly pink drink balances bright citrus, subtle botanicals, and a touch of sweetness, making it a must-try for the season.
Sakura Spritz Recipe:
Ingredients:
• 1 oz Hardshore Gin (a less botanical gin is recommended)
• 1.5 oz House-made Sakura Syrup*
• 0.5 oz Elderflower Syrup (such as d’arbo)
• 0.5 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
• ½ teaspoon Cherry Juice (from amarena cherries)
• Prosecco, to top
Instructions: Combine all ingredients (except Prosecco), shake, and strain over ice. Top with Prosecco and enjoy!
*To make the Sakura Syrup: Dissolve 4 teaspoons of Sakura Powder (100% Cherry Blossom Powder) and 4 teaspoons of Sugar in the Raw into 3 oz of hot water. Stir until fully combined.
With edible flowers trending in food and drink, this bubbly nod to spring is as photogenic as it is delicious. Stop by Society Cafe for a taste or sip on one after a stroll through nearby cherry blossom spots like Little Island or Waverly Place & W 11th Street. Cheers to spring!
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