Master Cleanse Shot
The master cleanse was a diet fad that peaked in popularity in the early 2000s, although it was first proposed in 1941. The cleanse, which involves consuming a special elixir several times a day, is basically a crash diet designed to detoxify your body. Water, cayenne pepper, organic maple syrup, and fresh lemon juice make up that concoction. We cannot advise you to do the same because its health claims are questionable at best. There is no need for a diet, but we can recommend a cocktail recipe that honors the cleanse.
Master Cleanse Shot
This refreshing twist on the Master Cleanse Shot comes from Jordan Mackay, a Northern California writer known for his culinary expertise. While he keeps the classic elements like fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and cayenne pepper, he adds a unique spin with pisco and a dash of chili powder.
Pisco, a grape-distilled spirit from Peru and Chile, has been crafted since the 16th century and is famously used in the Pisco Sour. In this recipe, it serves as a flavorful base that complements the sweetness, tartness, and spice of the other ingredients. Depending on the type of pisco you choose, it can lend a dry, earthy flavor or a more fruity, floral note.
This recipe makes two servings, perfect for sharing with a friend—just don’t forget to grab a bite to eat afterward!
Ingredients- 2 ounces pisco
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- ½ ounce grade-A maple syrup
- 1 dash ground cayenne pepper
- 1 dash chili powder
- In a shaker, combine the pisco, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, and chili powder with ice. Shake until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into two small tumblers or large shot glasses.
Cheers to a zesty, spirited shot! Enjoy!
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