October Mixology Madness Winner

This autumnal edition of Mixology Madness was hosted by West End staple Y Noodle & Bar; sponsored by Bristol’s O’Brien & Brough. The tantalizing offering of Lime Rock Gin, developed in partnership with Newport Sea Salt Co, presented a creative challenge to competitors with a heavy umami and salt-based palette. Our winner, Alea Morin of Y Noodle, crafted an Osaka Sour bringing Asian-influenced umami flavors to a classic cocktail mirroring the gin in perfect harmony.

Osaka Sour

1.5 oz Lime Rock Gin

.5 oz Yuzuri Liquor

1oz Nori Simple syrup

.75 oz Yuzu Juice

1 Large Egg White

One pinch Sea Salt

The key to this cocktail is in the execution! Shake the egg whites for 30 seconds to aerate in a shaker. Then add the remaining ingredients to the shaker along with ice. Shake to combine till the shaker is ice cold. Double strain into a coupe glass and garnish with nori and dried lime.

Nori infused Simple Syrup

2 cups sugar

2 cups hot water

6 2”x2” full sheets of nori

Add nori to simple syrup and allow to sit until cool. Strain before using. The resulting cocktail is smooth, salty, bright, and balanced – perfect for a summer afternoon.