Lavender, Elderflower & Gin Cocktail
I would call it a collins but I used lime like an absolute rebel.
It’s a bit of a trope that floral flavours in cocktails can be a bit hard to work with, however, I think that the balance of this cocktail is perfect for a summers day.
This weekend I ended having a bit more time and was able to film making the syrup as well, I certainly enjoyed filming a bit in the garden!
My bedroom now smells of lavender and I slept hella good last night. Sleep was refreshing, but not as refreshing as this cocktail was.
50ml Gin
15ml Elderflower Liqueur
15ml Lavender & peaflower syrup
25ml lemon juice
Top soda
Lavender & lime garnish
For the syrup:
7.5ml washed and stemless lavender (dried lavender is a great option if you don’t have any growing)
8 pieces peaflower
150ml sugar
150ml water
Simmer low/mid for 20 mins, leave to cool & strain out
I added peaflower for a bit of an earthy flavour and for the colour. Lavender sometimes doesn’t give off much colour itself.
I'm Ed a former bartender & bar manager who enjoys a bit of mixology. Now I make recipe content for the home bartender. My content includes various spirits and I make a range of cocktails, from classic cocktails to my own creations.
