The Elysian Garden Cocktail

This delightful cocktail, The Elysian Garden, is a refreshing and aromatic blend of London Dry gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, rose water, Angostura bitters, cucumber, mint, and a pinch of salt. The muddled cucumber and mint provide a crisp and invigorating taste, while the delicate hint of rose water adds a floral allure. Perfect for a garden party or a relaxing evening on the patio, this cocktail is a delightful mix of botanical and citrus flavors.

The Elysian Garden Cocktail

The Elysian Garden is a refreshing and aromatic cocktail featuring London Dry gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, rose water, muddled cucumber, and a hint of mint.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz. London Dry gin
  • 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 3/4 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
  • 4 drops rose water
  • 3 drops Angostura bitters
  • 3 slices cucumber
  • 1 sprig of mint
  • A tiny pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Muddle the cucumber with a tiny pinch of salt in a shaker.
  2. Add the mint, lime juice, simple syrup, and 3 drops of rose water to the shaker.
  3. Shake the mixture vigorously.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass.
  5. Garnish with a mint leaf.
  6. Place 1 drop of rose water on the mint leaf and add 3 drops of Angostura bitters around the leaf.