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Ingredients
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Cocktail Base Ingredients
Garnishes
Optional Seasonal Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mixing the Base
In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of gin, 1 oz of fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz of simple syrup. Fill the shaker with ice.
- 2
Shaking
Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 3
Straining
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- 4
Adding Soda
Top with 3 oz of soda water for a refreshing finish.
Garnishing
- 5
Garnish with Lemon and Mint
Add a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass and place 5 fresh mint leaves on top for aroma.
Optional Seasonal Touches
- 6
Incorporating Fresh Berries
If using fresh berries, muddle 0.5 cup of the berries in the shaker before adding the other ingredients for a fruity twist.
- 7
Adding Herbal Liqueur
For an herbal note, add 0.5 oz of your chosen herbal liqueur into the shaker with the other ingredients before shaking.