Atlantic Coast Crisp: Refreshing English Coastal Gin Drink
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Ingredients
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50 ml London Dry Gin
(Use a high-quality London Dry gin)
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25 ml Elderflower cordial
(Choose artisanal flavoured cordial for best aroma)
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3 slices Fresh cucumber slices
(Thinly sliced for infusion)
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15 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
(Squeeze fresh lemon, no bottled juice)
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100 ml Sparkling water
(Chilled)
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5 pieces Ice Cubes
(Preferably large cube ice)
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1 sprig Mint Sprig
(For garnish)
(Use a high-quality London Dry gin)
(Choose artisanal flavoured cordial for best aroma)
(Thinly sliced for infusion)
(Squeeze fresh lemon, no bottled juice)
(Chilled)
(Preferably large cube ice)
(For garnish)
Nutrition
- Servings: 1
- Serving Size: 1 glass (250ml)
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 5 mg
- Iron: 0.1 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Glass and Ingredients:
Fill a highball glass halfway with ice cubes. Thinly slice cucumber and have your fresh lemon juice ready.
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2 - Mix gin and elderflower cordial:
Pour the 50ml London Dry Gin and 25ml elderflower cordial into the glass over the ice.
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3 - Add cucumber and citrus:
Add the cucumber slices and 15ml freshly squeezed lemon juice to the glass.
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4 - Top with sparkling water and stir:
Gently top up with 100ml chilled sparkling water. Stir carefully with a bar spoon to combine flavors.
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5 - Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp coastal freshness.
Fill a highball glass halfway with ice cubes. Thinly slice cucumber and have your fresh lemon juice ready.
Pour the 50ml London Dry Gin and 25ml elderflower cordial into the glass over the ice.
Add the cucumber slices and 15ml freshly squeezed lemon juice to the glass.
Gently top up with 100ml chilled sparkling water. Stir carefully with a bar spoon to combine flavors.
Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp coastal freshness.
More About: Atlantic Coast Crisp: Refreshing English Coastal Gin Drink
Atlantic Coast Crisp
The Atlantic Coast Crisp cocktail is an invigorating English-inspired drink that expertly balances the botanical depth of London Dry Gin with the floral sweetness of elderflower cordial. Its subtle cucumber notes bring a refreshing and hydrating crunch, reminiscent of cool sea breezes off the British coastline. The addition of freshly squeezed lemon juice introduces a zesty citrus brightness, enhancing the overall crisp character of the drink. Sparkling water lends effervescence, making this cocktail an ideal summer refreshment that's light yet flavorful.
This drink draws its identity from England's storied maritime heritage, where coastal villages celebrated local botanicals like elderflowers and fresh produce. Elderflower, a traditional English flavor, introduces a fragrant, aromatic layer, not commonly found in mainstream cocktails. By combining these ingredients with gin, a spirit deeply rooted in English culture, the Atlantic Coast Crisp captures both place and palate.
Enjoy this cocktail chilled on a sunny day or as an elegant aperitif before dinner. For additional flair, garnish with fresh mint or cucumber ribbons. This recipe is straightforward enough for beginners but sophisticated in flavor for connoisseurs, promoting a sense of effortless coastal sophistication. Serve in a highball glass to showcase the drink's lightness and sparkle. Cheers to a taste of the Atlantic with every sip!
