Verdant Envy

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Refreshing green sour cocktail with basil and elderflower notes

Verdant Envy

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV
20%*
Calories
210*
Net Carbs
11g*
AI Request:sour cocktail that is green
*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Description: Verdant Envy is a visually stunning and vibrantly green sour cocktail that marries the tartness of fresh lime with the herbaceous notes of basil and the subtle sweetness of elderflower. It's a refreshing and invigorating drink that leaves an envious impression. Ingredients: - 2 oz Gin - 1 oz Lime juice (freshly squeezed) - 0.75 oz Elderflower liqueur - 0.5 oz Simple syrup - 5 fresh basil leaves - 2 drops of green food coloring (optional for a more vivid green hue) - Ice cubes Glass: Martini glass or coupe glass Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the fresh basil leaves with the lime juice to release the aromatic oils. 2. Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, simple syrup, and a few ice cubes to the shaker. 3. Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well-chilled. 4. Double strain the mixture into a martini or coupe glass to remove the basil leaf bits. 5. (Optional) Add 2 drops of green food coloring to achieve a more vibrant green color. 6. Garnish with a floating basil leaf or a lime twist. 7. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing, herbaceous, and sour delight of Verdant Envy.

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