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Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail

Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail for Cozy Nights In

This Elderflower Winter Gin Cocktail is a refreshing drink perfect for cozy gatherings in winter.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Drinks
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cocktail
  • 2 oz Gin a classic spirit that blends beautifully with elderflower
  • 1 oz Elderflower liqueur adds a floral sweetness
  • 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice provides zesty brightness
  • 0.5 oz Simple syrup this easy-to-make addition sweetens the cocktail
  • 3 oz Tonic water adds refreshing effervescence
For Garnish
  • 1 sprig Fresh rosemary a fragrant touch
  • 1 slice Lemon wheel for pop of color
  • 5 cubes Ice cubes chill your cocktail

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker
  • fine-mesh strainer
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by creating the simple syrup. In a small saucepan, mix equal parts sugar and hot water over low heat until the sugar dissolves completely. Let it cool to room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. While the simple syrup cools, fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
  3. Add gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and cooled simple syrup into the shaker filled with ice.
  4. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
  5. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice cubes using a fine mesh strainer.
  6. Gently top your cocktail with tonic water, pouring it slowly over the back of a spoon.
  7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh rosemary and a lemon wheel.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cocktailCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 23gVitamin C: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor and let your simple syrup cool completely before mixing to maintain the cocktail's chill.

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