Jun 06 2026
RestaurantsEdison: Food+Drink LabThe Botanist - Islay Cask Aged Gin Recipe

The Botanist - Islay Cask Aged Gin Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make The Botanist - Islay Cask Aged Gin Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnishes

Ice

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cocktail Shaker

    Gather all the base ingredients and a cocktail shaker.

  2. 2

    Measure Ingredients

    Pour 60 ml of Islay Cask Aged Gin, 15 ml of fresh lemon juice, and 10 ml of simple syrup into the cocktail shaker.

  3. 3

    Add Ice

    Add 5 ice cubes to the shaker to chill the mixture.

  4. 4

    Shake

    Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.

Serving

  1. 5

    Strain the Mixture

    Using a strainer, pour the shaken mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.

  2. 6

    Garnish

    Garnish the cocktail with a strip of lemon zest and a sprig of fresh thyme.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Botanist Islay Cask Aged Gin cocktail.

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