This Summer, THE OZEN COLLECTION Gives Mangoes a Spirited Twist

While mango continues to dominate seasonal menus this summer with familiar desserts and sweet treats, THE OZEN COLLECTION brings a different approach to the king of fruits. Combining tropical mangoes with refined spirits and lively summer flavors, the collection brings a refreshing interpretation to the season with mango-forward cocktails prepared for warm island evenings. Here are two special recipes from two bar managers at THE OZEN COLLECTION sharing their favorite mango cocktails to try this summer.

Maadhoo Basil Smash Written by Prajwal D’Souza, Assistant Bar Manager, JOIE de VIVRE, OZEN LIFE MAADHOO

Contents:

· Fresh Mango Juice – 90ml

· Soilless basil – 4-5 leaves

· Bottega Bacur gin – 60ml

· Fresh lemon juice – 15ml

Simple Syrup – 15ml

Instructions:

· Step 1: Gently blend the basil leaves in a cocktail shaker.

· Step 2: Add remaining ingredients to shaker.

· Step 3: Add ice and shake all the above ingredients until cold.

· Double-strain the cocktail into a pre-chilled old-fashioned glass

Cooking/preparation Time:

· Preparation Time: 2 minutes

· Total Time: 2 minutes

Servings: Perfect for individual serving or chilling during gatherings.

Mango Passion by Roshan Paranagama, Bar Manager, OZAR Bar, OZEN RESERVE BOLIFUSHI

· Vodka 60ml

· Peach Schnapps 30ml

· Mango pure 30ml

· Passion pure 30ml

· Fresh Lemon juice 30ml

Instructions:

· Add lemon juice to the shaker

· Add 30ml of mango pure to the shaker

· Add Passion Pure 30ml to the shaker

Add 30ml peach schnapps to the shaker

· Add 60ml vodka to the shaker

Add small ice cubes to the shaker and shake well

· Strain into a chilled glass.

· Garnish with mint or dried lemon

Cocktail Preparation Time:

· 7 minutes

Portion:

· Made of chilled glass, perfect for small gatherings