Garden Breeze Gin Fizz

This Garden Breeze Gin Fizz is a delightful twist on a classic G&T, offering a refreshing and vibrant experience with every sip. The subtle floral notes of elderflower and the crispness of cucumber create a garden-inspired cocktail that's perfect for enjoying on a warm summer day. The optional edible flower ice cubes add an extra touch of elegance to this visually stunning drink, making it a true standout at any gathering.

Garden Breeze Gin Fizz

A delightful twist on a classic G&T with refreshing cucumber and floral elderflower notes.

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Ingredients

  • Dried rose and sugar rim (optional)
  • 1 Lebanese cucumber
  • 1.50 oz gin
  • Dash of elderflower cordial
  • Lemon or lime juice, to taste
  • Soda water and/or tonic water
  • Edible flowers frozen into ice cubes, to serve (optional)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Create a dried rose and sugar rim by crushing caster sugar and dried rose petals together onto a plate and coating the rim of a glass in citrus juice, then dipping into the sugar mix.
  2. Slice strips off a Lebanese cucumber with a vegetable peeler for garnish and muddle the rest in a cocktail shaker.
  3. Add ice, gin, elderflower cordial, and a small squeeze of lemon or lime juice to the shaker, then shake vigorously.
  4. Strain the mixture into the prepared glass, top up with soda and/or tonic water, and garnish with edible flower ice cubes, if using, and cucumber strips.