English Garden Cocktail
The English Garden cocktail is a refreshing and herbaceous drink that combines gin with the floral notes of elderflower liqueur and the tartness of fresh lemon juice. Perfect for a summer afternoon or a garden party, this cocktail captures the essence of a blooming English garden.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Juicer or Blender
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Measuring Jigger
- chilled cocktail glass
Ingredients
- 2 oz Gin
- 1 oz Elderflower liqueur (e.g., St-Germain)
- 0.5 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz Cucumber juice (freshly squeezed)
- Cucumber slices (for garnish)
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare cucumber juice by juicing fresh cucumber to yield 1 oz of cucumber juice. You can do this using a juicer or by blending cucumber and straining the pulp through a fine mesh sieve.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and cucumber juice.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes to chill the mixture.
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass or coupe glass.
- Garnish with a few slices of cucumber and a sprig of fresh mint for an aromatic touch.
Notes
For an extra touch of sweetness, you can add a dash of simple syrup if desired. Adjust the lemon juice to taste based on your preference for tartness. This cocktail is best served immediately for optimal freshness.