Summer Solstice Sipper

Name: Summer Solstice Sipper
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 1 1/2 oz gin; 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur; 1 oz watermelon juice; 1/2 oz lemon juice; 1/4 oz lavender syrup; 2-3 basil leaves; to top off sparkling water; null garnish watermelon slice and a sprig of lavender

Refreshing summer cocktail with floral and herbal notes

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

15%*

Calories

160*

Net Carbs

9g*

Ingredients:

garnish watermelon slice and a sprig of lavender

AI Request:A cocktail recipe to celebrate the beginning of summer

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Celebrate the onset of sunny skies and longer days with the Summer Solstice Sipper. This refreshing, bright cocktail combines the sweetness of summer fruits with a hint of herbal notes, creating a balanced and invigorating drink sure to be the highlight of any summer gathering. Ingredients: - 1 1/2 oz Gin (preferably a floral one) - 1/2 oz Elderflower Liqueur - 1 oz Fresh watermelon juice - 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice - 1/4 oz Lavender syrup - 2-3 Fresh basil leaves - Sparkling water to top off - Garnish: Watermelon slice and a sprig of lavender Instructions: 1. In a shaker, muddle the basil leaves gently to release their aroma. 2. Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, watermelon juice, lemon juice, and lavender syrup. 3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. 4. Strain into a highball glass filled with ice. 5. Top off with sparkling water. 6. Gently stir to combine. 7. Garnish with a thin slice of watermelon and a sprig of lavender. Glass: Highball The Summer Solstice Sipper is as delightful to look at as it is to sip. The blending of gin with elderflower and lavender pays homage to the botanicals of summer, while the watermelon and lemon juice provide a sweet and tart balance that speaks to the essence of the season. This cocktail is sure to become a summertime favorite.

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