Sunlit Vale is a bright and mellow vodka cocktail that blends orange juice and fresh lemon with the smooth richness of maple syrup. Shaken and served over fresh ice, it is soft, citrusy, and easy-drinking, with a warm sweetness that rounds out its fresh, vibrant profile.
Recipe
- 2 oz vodka
- 3/4 oz maple syrup
- 3/4 oz lemon juice
- 4 oz orange juice
Glass
- Double old fashioned glass
How to make
- Add the vodka, maple syrup, lemon juice, and orange juice to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Strain into a double old fashioned glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with an orange slice or twist, and serve immediately.
Garnish
Garnish with a thin orange slice or a twist of orange peel. For a cleaner presentation, express a strip of orange peel over the drink and place it in or on the glass.
Origin
Sunlit Vale was created as an orange-based companion to Grey Bloom, using the same core structure with orange juice in place of grapefruit for a smoother, softer citrus character. Its name reflects the drink’s warm color, gentle sweetness, and bright, sunlit feel.
Optional serving note
Best served very cold over fresh ice. This one leans smoother and softer than Grey Bloom, with a warmer citrus profile.