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Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail

Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail: Sip Into Cozy Bliss

This Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail is a refreshing twist for your holiday gatherings, combining floral notes with zesty lemon for a delightful sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Cocktail
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 ounces Gin Opt for quality botanical gin
  • 1 ounce Elderflower Liqueur St. Germain recommended
  • 3/4 ounce Fresh Lemon Juice Fresh is best
  • 1/2 ounce Simple Syrup Mix equal parts sugar and water
  • Ice Essential for chilling
For Garnish
  • Lemon Twist For visual brightening
  • Fresh Herbs (like Thyme or Mint) Adds aromatic freshness

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • fine strainer
  • highball glass

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice halfway.
  2. Pour 2 ounces of your favorite gin into the shaker over the ice.
  3. Add 1 ounce of elderflower liqueur to the shaker.
  4. Squeeze in 3/4 ounce of fresh lemon juice.
  5. Pour in 1/2 ounce of simple syrup.
  6. Shake vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds.
  7. Strain into a chilled highball or coupe glass.
  8. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 13gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh. Mix components in advance and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing for quality.

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