Göta Garden Elixir: A Refreshing Elderflower Gin Delight
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Ingredients
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100 ml Gin
(Use a quality London Dry gin for best results.)
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50 ml Elderflower cordial
(Homemade or quality store-bought elderflower cordial.)
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5 slices Fresh cucumber
(Thinly sliced cucumber for infusing flavor.)
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8 leaves Fresh Mint Leaves
(Lightly bruised to release aroma.)
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150 ml Sparkling water
(Chilled for topping the cocktail.)
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As needed pcs Ice Cubes
(To chill the drink perfectly.)
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1 wedge Lime wedge
(For garnish and a slight twist of acidity.)
(Use a quality London Dry gin for best results.)
(Homemade or quality store-bought elderflower cordial.)
(Thinly sliced cucumber for infusing flavor.)
(Lightly bruised to release aroma.)
(Chilled for topping the cocktail.)
(To chill the drink perfectly.)
(For garnish and a slight twist of acidity.)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 large cocktail glass (350ml)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 10 mg
- Iron: 0.1 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Glasses and Ingredients:
Place ice cubes into 2 large cocktail glasses. Thinly slice cucumber and bruise the mint leaves gently to release their aromas.
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2 - Mix Base Liquids:
In a shaker or mixing glass, combine gin, elderflower cordial, cucumber slices, and bruised mint leaves. Stir gently to mix flavors.
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3 - Pour and top up:
Strain the mixture evenly into the prepared ice-filled glasses to remove bits of cucumber and mint. Top with chilled sparkling water.
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4 - Garnish and Serve:
Garnish each cocktail with a lime wedge on the rim and a fresh sprig of mint. Serve immediately for a refreshing experience.
Place ice cubes into 2 large cocktail glasses. Thinly slice cucumber and bruise the mint leaves gently to release their aromas.
In a shaker or mixing glass, combine gin, elderflower cordial, cucumber slices, and bruised mint leaves. Stir gently to mix flavors.
Strain the mixture evenly into the prepared ice-filled glasses to remove bits of cucumber and mint. Top with chilled sparkling water.
Garnish each cocktail with a lime wedge on the rim and a fresh sprig of mint. Serve immediately for a refreshing experience.
More About: Göta Garden Elixir: A Refreshing Elderflower Gin Delight
Göta Garden Elixir: A Tribute to English Elderflower Cocktails
The Göta Garden Elixir embodies the fresh, flourishing essence of an English garden in early summer. Named after the idyllic Göta garden setting, this cocktail pays homage to elderflower's subtle floral perfume, well-known and cherished across England for centuries. Making use of classic London Dry gin, the drink achieves a perfect balance of botanical spirit layered with sweet elderflower notes, invigorated by crisp cucumber and aromatic mint.
This elixir works wonderfully as a lighter, refreshing alternative for garden parties, brunches, and warm evening soirees, elevating simple gatherings with its fresh, vibrant character. Elderflower cordial conjures memories of traditional English remedies and distillations, historically popular in country homes and apothecaries. Pairing it with sparkling water removes any unnecessary sweetness, allowing the natural botanical layers to shine.
👩🍳Quick Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the cleanest flavor.
- Adjust elderflower cordial amount to taste, dialing sweetness up or down.
- Serving straight over ice with fresh garnishes enhances both taste and presentation.
🍸 Whether celebrating with friends or simply enjoying a peaceful afternoon, Göta Garden Elixir brings classic English countryside charm directly into your glass, artfully marrying herbaceousness and light floral sweetness in an elegantly simple concoction.
