Which gin goes well with elderflower gin cocktail?
Elderflower gin cocktail the elderflower cordial adds a delicious floral edge to the range of botanicals in London Dry Gin, making it one of the great versions of the classic drink.
Elderflower is a traditional summer flavour that pairs well with summer fruits like Cucumber, strawberries and raspberries.
Is drinking elderflower good for you?
A flower extract is used to make medicine. Elderflower is used to treat sinusitis, colds, flu, swine flu, bronchitis, diabetes, and constipation. It is also used as a diuretic to increase urine production, as a diaphoretic to increase sweating, and to stop bleeding.
Elderberries, on the other hand, are obviously berries! They appear in the cooler months and are a deep dark red. When wild harvesting elderberries, please be mindful not to overharvest (as with elderflowers) and keep in mind that the berries are slightly toxic when green or raw (this changes when the berry is heated).
INGREDIENTS
- 45 ml gin
- 2 teaspoons elderflower liqueur
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Champagne or Prosecco for topping
- Rosemary sprig, lemon slice for garnish
METHOD
Shake together the gin, lemon juice, and elderflower liqueur in a cocktail shaker with ice.
Pour into desired glass. Add a splash of champagne to the top.
Garnish with a sprig of rosemary and a slice of lemon.
Serve right away.
