Prepare the persimmons: wash the fruits, cut off the stems with a knife, and slice each in half. If the fruit is very ripe, the flesh will be soft — scoop it out with a spoon. Place the flesh in a blender along with 20 g of cane syrup (about 1/3 of the prepared syrup) and 10 g of fresh ginger (sliced thinly). Blend on high speed for about 40–60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and silky. Strain through a fine sieve, pressing with a spoon to obtain a thick, uniform puree — it should have the consistency of yogurt.
Description
A seasonal, visually striking drink that combines the sweetness of ripening persimmon with the sharp, aromatic note of yuzu and a spicy hint of cardamom. Topped with a delicate, greenish foam made from coconut milk and matcha, it adds a Japanese character, while a light ginger syrup enhances the freshness and warming properties - perfect for cooler days. The cocktail is a fusion: it combines Japanese finesse (matcha, yuzu) with Mediterranean-Middle Eastern cuisine (cardamom, caramelized fruits), served in transparent glasses creating a color contrast between the orange-green base and creamy foam. Excellent as a welcome drink for a party, an elegant dessert drink, or a café menu item. Serve immediately, garnished with pomegranate seeds and a sprig of fresh mint to intensify the aroma and color.
Ingredients Used
Ingredients (13)
- Yuzu juice 45 ml
- Matcha (green tea powder) 2 łyżeczki (~4 g)
- Cane syrup 60 g
- Fresh ginger 20 g
- Sparkling water 200 ml
- Ice (cubes) 200 g
- Coconut milk 200 ml
- Aquafaba (chickpea water) 60 ml
- Persimmon 2 szt. (~300 g)
- 🌿 Przyprawy
- Salt 1 g
- Cardamom 2 g
- ✨ Opcjonalne
- Pomegranate seeds 60 g
- Fresh mint 0.3 pęczków (~10 g)
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Preparation steps
Kaki puree
Ginger syrup
Prepare the ginger syrup: in a small saucepan, place the remaining brown sugar syrup (about 40 g), chopped remaining ginger (about 10 g), 1/2 teaspoon of cardamom (1 g), and 30 ml of water. Heat over low heat for 6–8 minutes, until the ginger releases its aroma and the syrup thickens slightly. Strain into a bowl and let cool. The syrup should be fragrant, slightly spicy, without any bitter notes of ginger.
Preparing the drink base
In a large jug, combine 300 g of strained persimmon puree (from step 1) with 45 ml of yuzu juice, a pinch of salt (1 g), and the filtered ginger syrup (the entire syrup obtained from step 2). Mix well with a wooden spoon or whisk for 20–30 seconds until the ingredients are combined. Taste – the drink should be distinctly sweet and sour with a slight spicy note; if it's too sweet, add 10–15 ml of yuzu or lemon juice.
Matcha-Coconut Mousse
Chill the coconut milk and aquafaba: place the can of coconut milk in the fridge for 10–15 minutes (if using carton milk, make sure it is very cold). In a wide bowl, combine 200 ml of chilled coconut milk, 60 ml of aquafaba, and 4 g of matcha. Use a sieve to sift the matcha without lumps directly into the liquids. Whip with a hand mixer or stand mixer on medium-high speed for 3–5 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken and forms a light, stable foam with a cream-like consistency (similar to chantilly cream, but lighter). If the foam is too runny, continue whipping in 30-second intervals.
Chilling and preparing the glass
Chill the glasses: place 4 tall, transparent glasses in the fridge for 5–10 minutes or fill them with ice for 3 minutes to make them cold. Put about 50 g of ice at the bottom of each glass (a total of 200 g). This will provide a visual effect and keep the layers intact.
Cocktail Assembly
Layering: pour 150 g (ml) of the prepared kaki-yuzu base (from step 3) into each glass with ice — pour slowly, keeping the pitcher close to the glass to avoid too much agitation. Then gently top off with 50 ml of sparkling water, pouring down the side of the glass to maintain a smooth top line. Finally, using a spoon or small spatula, gently add the matcha-coconut foam (about 50 g of foam per glass), spreading it evenly until a creamy layer forms on top.
Decoration
Finishing and decoration: sprinkle the top of each foam with a few pomegranate seeds (about 15 g per glass, if using) for color contrast. Place a sprig of fresh mint on the rim of the glass. Optionally, you can add thin strips of yuzu or lime for aroma.
Serving
Serve immediately: serve the cocktails right away to keep the foam's structure and color contrast. Provide with a straw and a spoon for stirring, so guests can mix the foam with the base to their liking.
Fun Fact
Persimmon is a fruit traditionally valued in East Asia; in Japan, ripening persimmons are often dried (hoshigaki) as a delicacy. The combination of persimmon and matcha is a modern pairing that blends Japanese flavors with international accents.
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Tips
Serve chilled in transparent glasses to showcase the contrast between the orange base and the green foam. Serve with a straw and a small spoon; guests can choose whether to mix the foam with the base. For an alcoholic version, add 30–40 ml of light rum or sake to the base before pouring in the sparkling water.
Kaki puree and ginger syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours in an airtight container. The prepared foam is best whipped just before serving — it is not suitable for long storage (up to 2 hours in the refrigerator at most, but it may lose its fluffiness).
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