Velvet Serenade: Floral & Smooth Lavender Gin Cocktail
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Ingredients
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100 ml London Dry Gin
(Choose a good quality gin with botanical notes)
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30 ml Lavender simple syrup
(See preparation notes, homemade or store-bought)
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20 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
(Use fresh juice for best flavor)
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15 ml Honey
(Mild-flavored honey preferred)
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200 grams Ice Cubes
(For shaking and chilling)
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2 sprigs Lavender sprig
(For garnish)
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2 pieces Lemon twist
(For garnish)
(Choose a good quality gin with botanical notes)
(See preparation notes, homemade or store-bought)
(Use fresh juice for best flavor)
(Mild-flavored honey preferred)
(For shaking and chilling)
(For garnish)
(For garnish)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail glass (150 ml)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Fat: 0 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Calcium: 15 mg
- Iron: 0.1 mg
Instructions
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1 - Prepare Lavender Syrup:
Combine equal parts water and sugar, heat gently until dissolved. Add dried lavender flowers and steep 10 minutes, then strain and cool.
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2 - Mix Ingredients:
In a cocktail shaker, add gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, honey, and ice cubes.
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3 - Shake Well:
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled and mixed.
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4 - Strain & Serve:
Strain the mixture into chilled cocktail glasses. Garnish with lavender sprig and a lemon twist.
Combine equal parts water and sugar, heat gently until dissolved. Add dried lavender flowers and steep 10 minutes, then strain and cool.
In a cocktail shaker, add gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice, honey, and ice cubes.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled and mixed.
Strain the mixture into chilled cocktail glasses. Garnish with lavender sprig and a lemon twist.
More About: Velvet Serenade: Floral & Smooth Lavender Gin Cocktail
Velvet Serenade Cocktail
The Velvet Serenade is an elegantly crafted English cocktail blending London Dry Gin with soft floral notes of lavender, balanced with the sweetness of honey and the tartness of fresh lemon juice. This drink offers a smooth and soothing flavor profile that feels like a musical serenade for your palate.
Background and Inspiration
This recipe marries classic British eating tradition and the herbal sophistication of lavender, a flower predominantly associated with English countryside aesthetics and herbal remedies. Lavender syrup, simple yet aromatic, lifts the earthy botanicals in gin, creating a harmonious blend typical of European floral spirits.
Tips for Preparation
Using fresh lemon juice is essential for vibrancy, and a mild honey helps round sweetness without overpowering the delicate lavender. Homemade lavender syrup gives superior freshness but quality shop-bought syrup works well too. Shake well with ice to chill and slightly dilute the drink for perfect flavor balance.
Serving Suggestions
Serve in coupe or martini glasses with lavender and a lemon twist as garnish to enhance visual appeal and aroma. This cocktail is great for evening sipping or garden parties, ideal for those who enjoy floral notes combined with traditional spirit clarity.
Cultural Significance
The Velvet Serenade's use of gin ties it closely to English drinking heritage while offering a contemporary twist. Floral elements echo growing interest in botanical beverages, reflecting modern cocktail innovation while keeping firmly rooted in classic flavor principles.
With its approachable Instructions and moderate preparation time, this recipe is beginner-friendly but elegant enough for connoisseur gatherings. Enjoy crafting and savoring this smooth, floral serenade in every sip.
