Elderflower Gin & Tonic
A G&T with elderflower liqueur. Softer and floral.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · about 11% ABV
Ingredients
- 45 ml Gin
- 15 ml Elderflower liqueur
- 120 ml Tonic water
- Cucumber slice (garnish)
- Lemon wheel (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 45 ml gin into the glass
- Pour 15 ml elderflower liqueur into the glass
- Top with 120 ml tonic water
- Stir once
- Garnish
About the Elderflower Gin & Tonic
The highball family. A highball is a spirit topped with a larger amount of mixer and served tall over ice. The style spread in the 1890s, when Scotch and soda became fashionable, and where the name came from is still debated. Highballs are the easiest drinks to make well: a cold glass, plenty of ice and a fresh mixer.
Elderflower Gin & Tonic FAQ
What's in an Elderflower Gin & Tonic?
45 ml gin, 15 ml elderflower liqueur, 120 ml tonic water, garnished with cucumber slice and lemon wheel.
How strong is an Elderflower Gin & Tonic?
About 11% ABV once mixed with ice, which is 1.7 Australian standard drinks per serve. That is about as strong as a glass of wine or lighter.
Should I shake or stir an Elderflower Gin & Tonic?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve an Elderflower Gin & Tonic in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
