Negombo Lovers

Name: Negombo Lovers
Ingredients: 50 ml Butter Washed White Rum; 100 ml Strawberry Jam; 15 ml Lime; 2 dash(es) Pink Salt; 1 cup Co2

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By Shane Premadasa

Submitted on: July 8, 2026

Signatures

Seasonal

Negombo Lovers Created by Shane Premadasa, Chief Mixology Manager at Jetwing Hotels, co-founder of Sundown Bitters, and creator of this signature cocktail, Negombo Lovers is an elegant expression of Sri Lanka's coastal flavors. This refreshing cocktail combines butter-washed white rum, strawberry jam, fresh lime juice, a touch of pink salt, and CO₂ carbonation to create a vibrant, lightly sparkling serve. The rich, silky character of the butter-washed rum is balanced by the bright citrus and d...

Ingredients

50 ml
Butter Washed White Rum

100 ml
Strawberry Jam

15 ml
Lime

2 dash(es)
Pink Salt

1 cup
Co2

Instructions

Garnish

Fresh strawberry, lime wheel, or edible flower

Build

Shake & Dump

Glass

Collins

By Shane Premadasa

Shane Premadasa is a prominent Sri Lankan hospitality professional currently serving as the Chief Mixology Manager at Jetwing Hotels. Based in Sri Lanka, he is widely recognized as a creative cocktail artisan, flair bartender, designer, and photographer.Key Roles & HighlightsSundown Rooftop Bar: He is the creative force and manager behind the popular Sundown Rooftop Bar located at Jetwing Hotels in Negombo.Sundown Cocktail Bitters: He founded this brand to craft innovative, custom bitters and beverage profiles.The Shaker Men: He has been featured on promotional materials and cinematic posters highlighting high-end mixology culture in Sri Lanka.

Add the butter-washed white rum, strawberry jam, fresh lime juice, and 2 dashes of pink salt into a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with solid ice cubes. Shake hard for 12–15 seconds to fully integrate the strawberry jam and chill the cocktail. Double strain into a pre-chilled glass to achieve a smooth, clean texture. Charge with CO₂ (using a carbonation system or soda siphon) until lightly sparkling. Garnish as desired (a fresh strawberry, lime wheel, or edible flower complements the drink wel...

Editor's Note

Butter-washed rum lends a silky, savory undertone to a bold strawberry profile. A touch of salt and carbonation lifts the jammy sweetness into a vibrant, tropical fizz.

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