“Neon Electrique” Cocktail
A Masterclass in Contemporary Voltage Mixology
Introduction to High-Energy Mixology
The “Neon Electrique” redefines cocktail futurism with its shocking color contrast and unexpected flavor pairing of tart citrus and herbal liqueurs. Originally crafted for Tokyo’s Bar Benfiddich by award-winning mixologist Shingo Gokan, this avant-garde creation plays with perception through:
Visual tension: Glowing layers that defy gravity
Texture contrast: Silky liqueurs against sharp effervescence
Aromatic surprise: Herbal top notes over citrus foundation
Deconstructed Ingredients
(Serves 1)
Layer Component Technical Purpose Luxury Alternative
Base 1.5 oz gin (aviation) Juniper backbone Monkey 47 + 2 drops rose water
Mid 0.75 oz yellow Chartreuse Herbal complexity Génépy des Alpes
Top 0.5 oz activated charcoal syrup Visual drama Squid ink syrup (for briny depth)
Lift 1 oz tonic water Effervescence Q Spectacular Tonic
Bridge 3 drops saline solution Flavor enhancer Himalayan pink salt tincture
Specialized Equipment
Magnetic stirrer (for charcoal dispersion)
UV-reactive glassware
Pipette set (0.1ml precision)
Laser thermometer (ideal serving temp: 34°F)
Molecular Mixology Technique
Step 1: Base Construction
Stir gin and Chartreuse with directional ice (hand-cut cubes)
Add saline via micro-dropper along glass interior
Step 2: Voltage Effect
Layer charcoal syrup using anti-gravity spoon
Charge with dry ice vapor (5-second exposure)
Step 3: Quantum Garnish
Edible circuit board (isomalt + gold leaf)
Lemon caviar (spherified in calcium bath)
5 Avant-Garde Variations
1. “Dark Matter”
Replace gin with shochu
Add 0.2g food-grade glitter
2. “Bio-Luminescent”
Tonic swapped for quinine gel
Garnish with glowstick (non-toxic)
3. “Short Circuit”
Carbonated Chartreuse sphere
Liquid nitrogen mist
4. “Neon Noir”
Black garlic-infused gin
Squid ink foam
5. “Zero Gravity”
Reverse density float
Levitating garnish (magnetic trick)
Sensory Experience Map
Phase Sense Technique
Approach Visual UV-reactive glow
First Sip Texture Controlled viscosity gradient
Finish Auditory Carbonation crackle at 14,000Hz
Troubleshooting for Pros
Issue Solution Food Science
Layer bleed Xanthan gum (0.3%) Shear-thinning stabilization
Weak glow Riboflavin infusion Fluorescence at 365nm
Over-carbonation Vacuum degassing Henry’s Law application
Future Trends Preview
Holographic garnishes (projected via edible film)
AI-customized flavor profiles (via biometric scanning)
Quantum dot coloring (color-shifting nanoparticles)