Best 5 Ouzo Drink Recipes

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If you're looking for a refreshing and flavorful cocktail to enjoy, look no further than the ouzo drink. This classic Greek spirit is made from distilled grapes and anise, and it has a unique flavor that is both sweet and savory. Ouzo can be enjoyed on its own or mixed with other ingredients to create a variety of delicious cocktails. Whether you're looking for a simple and refreshing drink or something a little more complex and flavorful, there's an ouzo drink recipe out there for you.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

10 BEST OUZO COCKTAILS



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Get a taste of Greece with these Ouzo cocktails. From a roaring Greek tiger to Greek coffee to a Mediterranean sunset, Ouzo just might become your new favorite.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Beverages     Recipe Roundup

Number Of Ingredients 9

Greek Ouzo Cocktail with Lemon
Roaring Greek Tiger
Bold Greek Coffee Cocktail
Greek Revolution Shooter
Mediterranean Sunset Greek Doctor Cocktail
Raspberry Ouzo Slush
Greek Jelly Bean Cocktail
Tko Shooter
Ouzo Martini

Steps:

  • Select your favorite recipe.
  • Organize all the required ingredients.
  • Prep an Ouzo cocktail in 30 minutes or less!

Nutrition Facts :

OUZO LEMON SPRITZER



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 1 cocktail

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 ounces ouzo
4 fresh mint leaves
Juice of 1 lemon
Soda water
Orange slices, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the ouzo, mint and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain over ice and top with soda water. Garnish with an orange slice and serve.

OUZO SPRITZ WITH PICKLED WATERMELON RIND



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     beverage

Time 8h20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 small watermelon
2 cups apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
6 black peppercorns
1 cinnamon stick
1 whole star anise
Ice, for serving
4 ounces ouzo
Juice of 2 lemons
2 egg whites
1 to 2 tablespoons watermelon pickling liquid
Seltzer water, for serving
Mint sprigs, for serving

Steps:

  • For the pickled watermelon rind: Slice off each end of the watermelon and discard. Stand the watermelon up and begin trimming the thin green layer off, leaving the white pith layer on the watermelon. Depending on the size, slice the watermelon in half widthwise so it is easier to work with.
  • Trim the white rind off in the same way the green rind was removed. When all the white rind has been removed, trim each piece into a 1-by-6-inch plank. (This measurement doesn't have to be exact, you are just trying to create pieces of relatively the same size and thickness.) Trim any remaining pink parts off. Wedge as many planks as you can into a 32-ounce wide-mouthed glass jar with lid. Discard the rest.
  • Combine the cider vinegar, 1 cup water, sugar, salt and aromatics in a saucepot over high heat and bring to a boil. Whisk to dissolve the sugar, then pour over the rinds while hot. Allow to cool to room temperature before refrigerating. Refrigerate overnight before using. The rinds will keep up to 1 month in the refrigerator.
  • For the ouzo spritz: Fill 2 lowball glasses with ice. Place the ouzo, lemon juice, egg whites and pickling liquid in a cocktail shaker without ice. Vigorously shake to froth the egg whites, then strain into the glasses. Top with seltzer and garnish with a spear of pickled watermelon rind and a sprig of mint.

OUZO LONG DRINK



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Make and share this Ouzo Long Drink recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Darkhunter

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 cocktail, 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 2/3 ounces vodka
1/3 ounce ouzo
1 teaspoon sugar
2/3 ounce soda water
orange juice

Steps:

  • Put sugar into bottom of a tall glass, Add the vodka, ouzo and water. Stir.
  • Add 3 ice cubes and fill glass with orange juice.

LEMON OUZO-ADE



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In hot weather, nothing quenches thirst like icy glasses of Lemon Ouzo-Ade, a cocktail based on the popular Greek anise spirit, ouzo.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes     Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup Lemon Simple Syrup for Ouzo-Ade
3/4 cup ouzo, chilled
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (from 3 to 4 lemons)
Ice, for serving

Steps:

  • Stir together all ingredients in a pitcher. Divide among 6 small ice-filled glasses.

Tips:

  • Choose the right ouzo: Opt for a high-quality ouzo with a strong anise flavor. Look for brands that are made with 100% distilled grape spirit and have a minimum alcohol content of 37.5%.
  • Chill the ouzo: Serving ouzo chilled helps to enhance its flavor and aroma. Place the bottle in the refrigerator or freezer for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Use the right glass: Traditionally, ouzo is served in a small, narrow glass called a shot glass or a coffee cup. This helps to concentrate the flavors and aromas of the ouzo.
  • Add water: Ouzo is traditionally served with water, which helps to dilute the alcohol content and bring out the flavors of the anise. The ratio of ouzo to water can be adjusted to taste, but a good starting point is 1:1.
  • Garnish with ice: Adding a few ice cubes to your ouzo drink can help to further chill it and dilute the alcohol content. This is especially refreshing on a hot day.

Conclusion:

Ouzo is a versatile spirit that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you prefer it neat, on the rocks, or mixed with other ingredients, there's an ouzo drink out there for everyone. Experiment with different recipes and find your favorite way to enjoy this unique Greek spirit.

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