Cloud 22 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cocktail Ingredients
Garnish Ingredients
Method
Cocktail Preparation
- 1
Muddle the Mint
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves. Use a muddler to gently press down and twist the mint leaves to release their oils. Be careful not to tear them too much.
- 2
Add the Liquids
Pour in the gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled mint.
- 3
Shake it Up
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well combined and chilled.
- 4
Strain into Glass
Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with ice, leaving the mint leaves in the shaker.
- 5
Top with Club Soda
Top the cocktail with club soda, pouring it gently to maintain the fizz.
- 6
Garnish
Garnish the drink with a lemon wheel and a fresh mint sprig. Optionally, add an edible flower for an elegant touch.