{"id":353354,"date":"2026-06-09T17:22:09","date_gmt":"2026-06-09T17:22:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/353354\/"},"modified":"2026-06-09T17:22:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T17:22:09","slug":"recipe-a-cocktail-to-serve-at-lake-merritt-juneteenth-festivities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/353354\/","title":{"rendered":"Recipe: A cocktail to serve at Lake Merritt Juneteenth festivities"},"content":{"rendered":"

This cocktail from Chef Nelson German\u2019s book, \u201cCaribbean Cocktails: Drinks and Bites from the Afro-Latino Diaspora<\/a>\u201d (Ten Speed Press, $24), draws inspiration from the \u201cRed Drink,\u201d a cherished tradition in African American culture, especially during Juneteenth celebrations.<\/p>\n

Originating from West African hibiscus and kola nut beverages, the Red Drink represents the bloodshed of enslaved ancestors, symbolizing resilience. Microdistiller Jackie Summers\u2019 Sorel Liqueur \u2014 a modern interpretation of the Red Drink \u2014 adds its rich blend of hibiscus, clove, cinnamon and nutmeg to the Lake Breeze.<\/p>\n

RELATED: 30+ events to celebrate Juneteenth this month<\/a><\/p>\n

The Lake Breeze name pays homage to Oakland\u2019s Lake Merritt, a central gathering place for Juneteenth festivities, where the community comes together to honor freedom and heritage. The addition of smoky mezcal, bright citrus from Cointreau, and warming jerk bitters captures the spirit of these celebrations.<\/p>\n

\""Caribbean\u201cCaribbean Cocktails: Drinks and Bites from the Afro-Latino Diaspora\u201d (Ten Speed Press, $24) by Chef Nelson German and Andr\u00e9a Lawson Gray showcases thoughtful and delicious recipes celebrating German\u2019s Dominican and African American heritage and culinary influences. (Courtesy Ten Speed Press)
\nLake Breeze<\/p>\n

Yield: Serves 1<\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS<\/p>\n

1 ounce mezcal<\/p>\n

3\/4 ounce Sorel Liqueur<\/p>\n

1\/2 ounce Cointreau (or good-quality triple sec of your choice)<\/p>\n

2 dashes jerk bitters<\/p>\n

3\/4 ounce fresh lime juice<\/p>\n

1 orange twist, for garnish<\/p>\n

DIRECTIONS<\/p>\n

In a mixing glass, combine the mezcal, Sorel Liqueur, Cointreau, jerk bitters and lime juice with the ice. Stir until well chilled. Double strain into the glass over a large ice cube. Express an orange twist over the drink and drop it in as a garnish.<\/p>\n

Chef\u2019s note: If jerk bitters are unavailable, substitute 2 dashes Angostura bitters and 1 or 2 dashes of mild hot sauce (such as Crystal or Cholula).<\/p>\n

Reprinted with permission from \u201cCaribbean Cocktails: Drinks and Bites From the Afro-Latino Diaspora<\/a>\u201d (Ten Speed Press, $24). Text copyright \u00a9 2026 by Nelson German. Photographs copyright \u00a9 2026 by Eduardo Gonzalez. Illustrations copyright \u00a9 2026 by Fanesha Fabre. Published by Ten Speed Press, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC, New York.<\/p>\n

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