Shanghai Serenity

The Shanghai Serenity is a sophisticated, aromatic cocktail that enhances the unique botanicals found in Peddlers Shanghai Gin. This drink is an elegant fusion of east and west, offering a refreshing, slightly spicy twist to your gin and tonic experience. The combination of ingredients is designed to complement the rich, complex flavors of the gin, making it a perfect choice for an evening soiree or a relaxing night in. Ingredients: - 2 oz Peddlers Shanghai Gin - 4 oz Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic Water - 1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur - 1/4 oz Fresh Lime Juice - 2 Thin Slices of Fresh Ginger - A Sprig of Fresh Coriander (Cilantro) for Garnish - A Slice of Lime for Garnish Instructions: 1. Fill a highball glass with ice to chill it. 2. In a cocktail shaker, lightly muddle the fresh ginger to release its essence. 3. Add the Peddlers Shanghai Gin, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lime juice to the shaker. 4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 5. Strain the mixture into the chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes. 6. Top up with Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic Water, gently stirring to combine. 7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh coriander and a slice of lime on the rim of the glass. Serving Glass: Highball Glass The Fever-Tree Aromatic Tonic Water is chosen for this cocktail as its gentle bitterness and complex aromatic notes of angostura bark complement the botanicals in Peddlers Shanghai Gin, particularly accentuating its unique Asian-inspired flavors. The result is a visually appealing, deliciously distinctive drink that's as pleasurable to the eyes as it is to the palate.