Summertime Breeze Cocktail

This gingery, tart, and refreshingly bitter cocktail is aptly named D'estate, which translates to "in the summertime." With a full-bodied, bittersweet finish from Averna Amaro, this cocktail is the perfect summer refresher. The combination of gin, lime juice, and ginger beer creates a delightful and zesty flavor profile that is sure to please your palate. Garnished with a sprig of fresh mint, this cocktail is a delightful way to enjoy the summer season.

Summertime Breeze Cocktail

The Summertime Breeze Cocktail is a gingery, tart, and bittersweet delight, perfect for a refreshing summer drink.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 fl oz gin
  • 1 fl oz Averna amaro
  • 1 fl oz freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1 pinch sugar
  • 1 sprig fresh mint (lightly smacked between your hands)
  • 3 fl oz ginger beer
  • Garnish: 1 sprig of fresh mint

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, combine the gin, Averna amaro, lime juice, sugar, and the smacked mint with a few ice cubes.
  2. Shake the mixture well.
  3. Strain the mixture into a double rocks glass filled with ice.
  4. Top the drink with ginger beer.
  5. Garnish with a fresh sprig of mint.