Midsummer's Dream Spritz

Name: Midsummer's Dream Spritz
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 50ml gin; 20ml elderflower cordial; 10ml lime juice; 2-3 thin slices of cucumber; 80ml chilled prosecco; null sparkling water; null ice cubes; null mint leaves for garnish

Refreshing summer cocktail with cucumber, elderflower, and prosecco

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

10%*

Calories

160*

Net Carbs

8g*

Ingredients:

gin

elderflower cordial

lime juice

thin slices of cucumber

chilled prosecco

sparkling water

ice cubes

mint leaves for garnish

AI Request:A cocktail recipe to celebrate the beginning of summer using cucumber and is a cool drink

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Celebrate the warm embrace of summer with the Midsummer's Dream Spritz, a refreshing and invigorating cocktail that captures the essence of the season. This innovative drink combines the crisp, refreshing taste of cucumber with the sweetness of elderflower and the sparkle of prosecco to offer a beverage that is as rejuvenating as a summer breeze. Perfect for sipping under the sun or stars, it's a toast to the long, lazy days ahead. Ingredients: - 50ml Gin (preferably one with floral notes) - 20ml Elderflower Cordial - 10ml Fresh Lime Juice - 2-3 Thin Slices of Cucumber - 80ml Chilled Prosecco - Sparkling Water - Ice Cubes - Fresh Mint Leaves for Garnish Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber slices gently to release their flavor. Avoid turning it into a pulp to keep the drink's appearance clear and inviting. 2. Add the gin, elderflower cordial, and fresh lime juice into the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice cubes, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds or until the outside of the shaker feels cold. 4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice, ensuring the cucumber slices are left behind. 5. Slowly pour the chilled prosecco over the mixture. 6. Top off with a splash of sparkling water for an extra fizz. 7. Gently stir to combine the flavors. 8. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig and an additional thin slice of cucumber either placed inside the drink or on the rim of the glass. Glass Type: Highball Glass Serve the Midsummer's Dream Spritz immediately to enjoy its effervescence and crisp flavors. Ideal for garden parties, poolside refreshment, or any summer celebration, this cocktail is sure to delight and cool your guests on the warmest of days. Cheers to summer!

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