Ingredients:

  • 2 oz (60 ml) gin
  • 1/2 oz (15 ml) elderflower liqueur
  • 1/2 oz (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 oz (7.5 ml) simple syrup
  • 2 dashes orange bitters
  • Fresh mint leaves
  • Ice cubes
  • Lemon twist for garnish
  • Fresh mint sprig for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Gather all ingredients and equipment. Juice the lemon.
  2. In the cocktail shaker
  3. Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and orange bitters to the shaker.
  4. Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until chilled.
  5. Strain the mixture into a highball or coupe glass filled with ice (or chilled if preferred).
  6. Add a twist of lemon and a sprig of mint for visual appeal.