Jade Flower Recipe
An offering to the Jade emperor, this drink combines Tanqueray and The Botanist Gin, cucumber and mint.
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Ingredients
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Cocktail
Method
Cocktail
- 1
Muddle
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh cucumber slices and 6 mint leaves. Add the simple syrup and lime juice. Gently muddle 8–10 times until the cucumber releases juice and the mint is aromatic but not shredded (over-muddling will make the mint bitter).
- 2
Add spirits and ice
Add Tanqueray (1 oz) and The Botanist (1 oz) to the shaker. Add 1 cup of ice to the shaker to chill and dilute correctly.
- 3
Shake
Secure the shaker and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is very cold (this gives proper dilution and chilling).
- 4
Prepare glass
Fill a chilled rocks or coupe glass with crushed ice (about 1 cup) to create the desired presentation and keep the drink cold.
- 5
Double strain and serve
Double-strain the shaken mix over the crushed ice using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer to remove cucumber bits and mint pieces, ensuring a silky texture.
- 6
Optional top
If you prefer a lighter, slightly effervescent finish, top the drink with 1–2 tablespoons of soda water. Gently stir once to integrate.
- 7
Garnish
Finish with a cucumber ribbon draped across the top and a sprig of mint tucked alongside. Clap the mint once between your palms before placing it to release aroma.
- 8
Serve immediately while cold. Note: adjust simple syrup to taste if your cucumber is particularly mild or sweet.