Carrot Coriander Ginger Cocktail

Recipes are courtesy of Chef Joseph Ascoli of Kettle Cuisine

10 minutes prep time + 1 hour chill time  Serves 3

• 10 oz carrot coriander soup
• 1.5 Tbsp ginger root, finely chopped
• 1/3 c dark brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 c apple juice or cider
• 1/2 c seltzer
• Seltzer to mix 

1. In a small bowl, mix all ingredients thoroughly with a wire whisk.
2. Cover bowl and refrigerate 1 hour.
3. Fill cocktail shaker jar 2/3 full with crushed ice. Add equal parts chilled mixture and seltzer. Shake 12 times and strain into a chilled glass.