Summer Gin and Tonic with Elderflower & Lemon
The Summer Gin and Tonic is a refreshing twist on a classic G&T. A blend of elderflower liqueur with a dash of zingy lemon juice celebrates summer in a fashionable way for very little effort. Garnish with fresh elderflowers early in the summer for an intoxicating floral bouquet.
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Cook Time0 minutes mins
Total Time5 minutes mins
Course: Drink - alcoholic
Cuisine: British
Servings: 1
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 3 teaspoon Elderflower Liqueur
- 40 ml/ 8 tsp London Dry Gin (preferably floral)
- 120 ml/ ½ cup Tonic water (preferably elderflower)
To garnish
- 2-3 Slim wedges fresh lemon
- 2-3 Small sprigs fresh elderflowers (see notes) or mint/ rose petals
Ensure that the fresh elderflowers are free from insects - shake them firmly a few times - you will see tiny insects falling away.
If using rose petals do ensure that they are edible (ie not harmful sprays have been used on them as they grow).