Cocktail of the Month:

The Velvet Petal

What better way to lean into February than with a drink that feels romantic, refined, and meant to be savored? Our February cocktail, The Velvet Petal, is a softly floral, gently layered sip designed for candlelit evenings and lingering conversations at home. Delicate notes of fruit and rose create an elegant base, balanced by a subtle creaminess that adds depth without heaviness. Light, aromatic, and beautifully composed, it is finished with a gentle sweetness and a lingering warmth. This is a cocktail that feels intimate and indulgent in the best way, perfect for celebrating connection, slowing down, and enjoying the quieter romance of the season.

Ingredients:

How to Make:

Makes 1 Cocktail

2 oz. Hendrick's Gin

1 1/4 oz. Lychee Juice

1/4 oz. Rose Water

1/2 oz. Orgeat (or Almond Milk)

1/4 oz. Simple

Garnish:

Dried Rose Petals

In a chilled cocktail shaker, combine the Hendrick’s Gin, lychee juice, orgeat (or almond milk), and rose water. Add ice and shake vigorously until the mixture is well-chilled and slightly silky.

Strain into a chilled coupe glass. If you prefer your Velvet Petal as a slightly sweeter, more dessert-style drink, add up to 1/2 ounce of simple syrup to taste, stirring gently to integrate without diluting the texture.

Garnish with a light sprinkle of dried rose petals for an inviting, aromatic finish.

Cocktail & Photography Source: Asha Maía Design

ASHA MAÍA DESIGN