Permanent Vacation Recipe

Time7m

Serves1

sparkling rosé, italicus, elderflower tonic

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a stemmed wine glass or large tulip glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes, or fill it with ice and water to chill while you prepare ingredients.
2
Add Italicus
Remove the glass from the freezer (or discard the ice water) and add 0.75 oz Italicus directly into the chilled glass.
3
Add ice
If you prefer your drink very cold, add one large ice cube or a small handful of fresh ice to the glass. For a lighter chill and less dilution, omit the ice.
4
Top with sparkling rosé
Slowly pour 4 oz sparkling rosé down the side of the glass so it mixes gently with the Italicus without losing too much carbonation.
5
Add elderflower tonic
Carefully top with 2 oz chilled elderflower tonic. Pour gently to retain bubbles and to layer a subtle floral note without overpowering the sparkling wine.
6
Stir gently
Using a bar spoon, give the drink 1–2 gentle turns to integrate the Italicus and tonic with the sparkling rosé. Avoid vigorous stirring to preserve effervescence.
7
Garnish and serve
Express a lemon twist over the glass to release oils, run it around the rim and drop it in. Optionally float an edible flower or a thin lemon wheel on top for visual appeal. Serve immediately while fizzy.