Elderflower Collins

By Youcipe

3 months ago

Description

Bright, zesty, and refreshingly floral, this Elderflower Collins is a delightful twist on the classic Tom Collins! The crisp gin, tangy lemon juice, and sweet elderflower cordial create a perfectly balanced cocktail, topped with fizzy soda water and a fragrant herb sprig. It’s an effortless, elegant drink for sunny afternoons or lively gatherings! 😋🍹

Ingredients

✅ 50ml gin 🍸

✅ 20ml freshly squeezed lemon juice 🍋

✅ 10ml sugar syrup 🍬

✅ 10ml elderflower cordial 🌸

✅ Soda water, for topping up 🥂

✅ Herb sprig (e.g., mint or rosemary), for garnish 🌿

✅ Substitution: Swap elderflower cordial with elderflower liqueur for a stronger floral note, or use a non-alcoholic gin alternative for a mocktail version.

Equipment

✅ Cocktail shaker

✅ Highball glass

✅ Bar spoon or straw

✅ Ice (rock ice preferred)

Quick Steps

1️⃣ Prepare the Glass:
Fill a highball glass with rock ice.

2️⃣ Shake the Cocktail:
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine 50ml gin, 20ml lemon juice, 10ml sugar syrup, and 10ml elderflower cordial. Shake well for 10-15 seconds.

3️⃣ Pour and Top Up:
Strain the mixture over the ice in the highball glass. Top up with soda water and stir gently to combine.

4️⃣ Garnish and Serve:
Garnish with a sprig of your favorite herb, such as mint or rosemary. Serve immediately and enjoy the floral, zesty refreshment! 😍

Tips

👉 Storage: Best served fresh to maintain the soda water’s fizz.

👉 Serving: Chill the glass beforehand for an extra-crisp drink. Add a lemon slice for additional citrus flair.

👉 Substitutions: Use agave syrup instead of sugar syrup for a different sweetness, or try lime juice for a sharper twist.

👉 Garnish Tip: Experiment with herbs like basil or thyme to complement the elderflower’s floral notes.