ELDERFLOWER AND CUCUMBER GIN SPRITZ
Serves 1
1½ ounces gin( Hendrick’ s pairs well)
1 ounce elderflower liqueur( St-Germain)
3 ounces prosecco, chilled 1 ounces soda water or sparkling water 4 – 5 slices cucumber 2 – 3 cucumber ribbons, for garnish 5 – 6 fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Fill a large wine glass or spritz glass with ice cubes.
Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, and cucumber slices to shaker. Muddle and strain into glass.
NOTES
Use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin cucumber ribbons and place them against the inside of the glass for a sophisticated look.
Top with prosecco and soda water or sparkling water.
Stir gently to combine. Garnish with cucumber ribbons and mint leaves.
Gently clap the mint leaves between your hands before adding to release their aroma.
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