Uncle Val's Botanical Recipe

Inspired by Smyth

Time10m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Glass
Start by selecting a tall glass or a highball glass. Fill it with ice cubes to chill the glass.
2
Mix the Ingredients
In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
3
Strain into Glass
Remove the ice from the prepared glass and strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass carefully.
4
Top with Tonic Water
Gently pour tonic water into the glass over the mixed ingredients to maintain the fizz.
5
Garnish
Add the fresh cucumber slices and mint leaves as a garnish on top of the drink. You can also lightly muddle the mint leaves in the glass before adding the tonic for extra flavor.
6
Serve
Stir gently to combine the flavors and serve immediately. Enjoy your Uncle Val's Botanical!