Elderflower Gimlet
A modern twist on the gin gimlet that replaces simple syrup with St-Germain for a fragrant, botanical upgrade. Crisp, tart, and floral with a clean finish that makes it dangerously easy to drink on a warm evening.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 1 oz St-Germain elderflower liqueur
- 0.8 oz Fresh lime juice
- lime wheel (garnish) garnish
- edible flower (optional) (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with cucumber sandwiches, herb-roasted chicken, or light salads with lemon vinaigrette. The botanical gin and floral elderflower create a perfect harmony with fresh, garden-forward fare.
Instructions
Combine gin, St-Germain, and fresh lime juice in a cocktail shaker
Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds
Double strain into a chilled coupe glass
Garnish with a thin lime wheel floated on the surface
Tips
The gin should be botanical-forward but not overly juniper-heavy — Plymouth or Hendrick's pair beautifully with the elderflower Fresh lime juice is essential here — bottled juice will taste flat and one-dimensional For a stirred variation, skip the lime juice, increase the gin to 2.5 oz, and stir with ice in a mixing glass for a spirit-forward version