Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe People's KitchenHappy Hour Recipe

Happy Hour Recipe

Time10m
Serves1

Make Happy Hour Recipe in just 10m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Cocktail Ingredients

Garnish Ingredients

Method

Cocktail Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine gin, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lemon juice. Add ice cubes to the shaker and shake well for about 15 seconds until chilled.

  2. 2

    Strain the Mixture

    Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice cubes.

  3. 3

    Add Tonic Water

    Top the glass with tonic water and give it a gentle stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Add Mint

    Gently clap the mint leaves between your hands to release their aroma and add them to the glass.

Garnishing

  1. 5

    Garnish the Drink

    Add lemon slices and mint sprigs as garnish on top of the drink for an extra touch of flavor and presentation.

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