It’s Friday I’m In Love Recipe

Prepare

Chill a coupe or martini glass in the freezer or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail.

Dry shake (if using egg white)

In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, pomegranate molasses, simple syrup, and the egg white (if using). Seal the shaker and dry shake vigorously without ice for 15–20 seconds to emulsify and build a silky foam.

Wet shake

Add ice to the shaker (about 1 cup). Shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy. If you did not use egg white, just combine ingredients with ice and shake until chilled.

Strain

Double-strain the cocktail into the chilled coupe or martini glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine-mesh strainer to remove ice shards and achieve a smooth texture.

Finish

Add two dashes of Angostura bitters on the foam (or on the surface) and, using a toothpick, create a simple design if desired. Allow the bitters to settle briefly.

Float 1 tablespoon pomegranate arils gently into the center of the cocktail on top of the foam or surface.

Garnish the rim or float a thin lemon wheel or twist and, if using, place an edible flower beside the twist for a romantic presentation.

Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly.