Whispering Wicket

Name: Whispering Wicket
Total time: 2 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: cocktail
Ingredients: 50ml london dry gin; 20ml elderflower cordial; 15ml lemon juice; 10ml nettle syrup; A small pinch birchwood ashes; From one egg egg white; For garnish watercress; ice

Refreshing British spring cocktail with a hint of smoke

AI Cocktail Info

Serving : 1 cocktail

ABV

varies depending on the gin used*

Calories

approximately 150*

Net Carbs

approximately 4 grams*

Ingredients:

AI Request:a cocktail using British spring ingredients with ashes for a smoked flavour

*Estimated by AI - may vary

Instructions

Dive into a refreshing British spring with the Whispering Wicket, a cocktail that encapsulates the essence of the season and teases the senses with a subtle hint of smoke. Ideal for those early, dew-kissed evenings or a sophisticated garden gathering. **Glass:** Coupette **Ingredients:** - 50ml London Dry Gin - 20ml Elderflower Cordial (preferably homemade with fresh elderflowers) - 15ml Fresh Lemon Juice - 10ml Nettle Syrup - A small pinch of Birchwood Ashes - Egg White (from one egg) - Fresh Watercress for garnish - Ice **Instructions:** 1. **Prepare the Ashes:** - If you don't have birchwood ashes readily available, you can create them by carefully burning a small piece of birchwood. Ensure this is done safely and let the wood burn out completely. Collect the cool ashes and sift them finely to remove any large pieces or debris. 2. **Cocktail Creation:** - Start by chilling the coupette glass with some ice water. - In a shaker, combine the London Dry Gin, elderflower cordial, fresh lemon juice, and nettle syrup. Add the egg white and a pinch of the fine birchwood ashes. - Dry shake (without ice) vigorously to emulsify the egg white. - Remove the ice water from your coupette, ensuring the glass is cold to the touch. - Add ice to the shaker and shake again vigorously. This second shake chills the mixture and creates a beautiful froth. - Strain the mixture into your chilled coupette glass, ensuring a smooth pour. - For a garnish that truly compliments the drink, add a sprig of fresh watercress. Not only does it add color, but its peppery flavor pairs wonderfully with the subtle smokiness of the ashes and the floral notes of elderflower and nettle. **Presentation and Enjoyment:** Serve the Whispering Wicket immediately after pouring. The egg white should create a silky froth on top, with the sprig of watercress resting delicately. Invite your guests to take in the aroma before sipping, letting them enjoy the springtime bouquet followed by the novel, smoky undertone that sets this cocktail apart. Enjoy responsibly, ideally with a backdrop of a setting sun and the sounds of nature awakening to spring.

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