Jul 14 2026
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Julie Chalmers & Toby Recipe

Inspired by May Day
Time8m
Serves1

Make Julie Chalmers & Toby Recipe in just 8m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base spirits & liqueurs

Citrus & modifiers

Method

Prep

  1. 1

    Make honey syrup (if not ready)

    Combine equal parts honey and warm water (e.g., 1/4 cup each) and stir until uniform. Cool before using. Measure 0.5 tablespoon for this cocktail.

  2. 2

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

Build the cocktail

  1. 3

    Shake base

    Add gin, blended Scotch, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup to a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice (enough to chill and dilute properly).

  2. 4

    Shake

    Secure the shaker and shake vigorously for 12–18 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels very cold (this chills and lightly dilutes the mix).

  3. 5

    Strain

    Discard ice or water from the chilled glass. Double-strain the shaken mixture into the chilled coupe or flute using a fine strainer to remove small ice chips and any pulp.

  4. 6

    Top with sparkling wine

    Carefully top the strained base with approximately 3 tablespoons (about a splash) of dry sparkling wine to add brightness and effervescence. Pour slowly to preserve bubbles and avoid overflow.

  5. 7

    Garnish and finish

    Express a lemon twist over the surface (twist to release oils), run it around the rim if desired, and drop it into the glass as garnish. Serve immediately.

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