Savour balmy afternoons in the backyard with this refreshing take on an English Garden cocktail, letting floral botanicals shine in the tropical Missfire Gin. Try garnishing with a ribbon of fresh cucumber to truly take you across the pond!
A traditional English Garden cocktail is a refreshing and floral drink that is perfect for spring and summer sipping. The key to making a great English Garden is to use high-quality gin and fresh, seasonal ingredients. Some common additions include cucumber, strawberries, mint, or lemon. These all add bright and aromatic flavors to the cocktail, making it a truly refreshing and enjoyable drink.
Experiment with garnishes for your favourite gins to see what combination you love best! Enjoy with friends and savour the flavours of the season.
INGREDIENTS
- 30ml Missfire Gin
- 5ml Elderflower Syrup
- 12ml Lemon juice
- 75ml Cloudy apple juice
- Soda water
GARNISH
- Fresh apple slices
- Sprig of fresh mint
METHOD
Shake all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice until frothy. Strain into a chilled highball glass over crushed ice. Top with soda and garnish with fresh apple and mint.