The Thompson Hotel
The Thompson Hotel’s restaurant, Lola Rose, is the place to grab a delicious cocktail.
The Thompson Hotel is a beloved gem in Palm Springs. Its buzzing atmosphere and stunning interiors ooze luxury, drawing in tourists and locals alike. Its charming restaurant, Lola Rose, is a testament to the hotel’s commitment to excellence and is inspired by the flavors of the Middle East. Along with delectable menu items, The Thompson Hotel’s Lola Rose has incredible cocktails to sip throughout the evening.
Tzatziki Milk Punch
- 1.3 ounces Beefeater Gin
- 1.7 ounces Arak
- .3 ounces coconut milk
- 5 ounces Greek yogurt
- 7.6 ounces saffron syrup
- 3.4 ounces lime juice
In a large container, combine the Beefeater Gin, Arak, coconut milk, Greek yogurt, saffron syrup, and lime juice. Stir until all the ingredients are thoroughly blended.
Cover the container and let the mixture sit in the refrigerator for 24 hours. This resting period helps the flavors meld together.
Strain the mixture through a chinois (fine mesh strainer) to remove larger particles. Follow with a pass-through cheesecloth for further refinement. Use a Chemix-style coffee filter and filter the mixture through it for the final clarification step. This process will take at least half a day, so be patient.
Pour 3 ounces of the clarified Tzatziki Milk Punch into a double old-fashioned glass and add a large ice cube.
Create a cucumber ribbon using a vegetable peeler and place it in the glass.
Lightly smack a mint sprig between your hands to release its aroma, then add it to the drink.
Finish with fresh dill on top, and enjoy your refreshing and herbaceous Tzatziki Milk Punch.
Desert Rose Cocktail
- 2 ounces Cazadores Blanco Tequila
- 0.50 ounces Ras El Hanout agave syrup
- 0.25 ounces prickly pear
- 0.75 ounces fresh lime juice
- black salt
Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin.
Shake briefly with a few ice cubes to mix and chill.
Pour the mixture into a double old-fashioned glass rimmed with black salt.
Add ice cubes to top off the glass.
Garnish with an edible flower of your choice.
Enjoy your vibrant and refreshing Desert Rose.
