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Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail

Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail: Sip Into Cozy Elegance

The Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail brings floral sophistication to your winter gatherings with its delightful blend of gin, elderflower liqueur, and citrus.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Cocktail
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 ounces gin opt for a botanical gin
  • 1 ounce elderflower liqueur or elderflower syrup
  • 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice fresh juice is ideal
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1 cup ice to chill the cocktail
For the Garnish
  • 1 slice lemon twist for visual appeal
  • 1 sprig fresh herbs like thyme, optional

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • Fine-Mesh Strainer
  • measuring jigger

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, about halfway full.
  2. Pour in 2 ounces of gin, followed by 1 ounce of elderflower liqueur.
  3. Add 3/4 ounce of lemon juice and 1/2 ounce of simple syrup.
  4. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for 20 to 30 seconds.
  5. Strain the mixture into a highball or coupe glass.
  6. Garnish with a lemon twist or a sprig of fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve fresh and chilled. Adjust sweetness to taste and experiment with garnishes for variation.

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