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Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail

Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail: A Cozy, Refreshing Sip

Enjoy a delightful Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail, the perfect antidote for chilly evenings, ready in just 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cocktail Base
  • 2 oz Gin A classic spirit that provides a botanical backbone to the cocktail.
  • 1 oz Elderflower Liqueur Adds floral sweetness; St. Germain is a great choice.
  • 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice Brightens the drink with a zesty, fresh flavor.
  • 1 oz Simple Syrup Balances the tartness with a touch of sweetness; homemade is best!
Fizz
  • 3 oz Tonic Water Gives the cocktail a bubbly lift and refreshing finish.
Garnish
  • Fresh Rosemary Sprigs Adds an aromatic touch and festive flair.
  • Lemon Wheel Brightens the presentation and complements the lemon juice.
  • Ice Cubes Keeps the cocktail chilled and enjoyable.

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • small saucepan
  • Glass

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar fully dissolves. This should take about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
  2. Grab a cocktail shaker and fill it halfway with ice cubes.
  3. Add 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of elderflower liqueur, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and the cooled simple syrup into the shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  5. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  6. Gently top the cocktail with 3 oz of tonic water.
  7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary and a lemon wheel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gPotassium: 200mgSugar: 16gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mg

Notes

Choose high-quality ingredients for the best flavor; the simple syrup should not be warm when used to avoid dilution.

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