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Elderflower And Lime Gin Cocktail

August 14, 2016 · by munchiesandmunchkins · 11 Comments

Gin is a bit trendy these days isn’t it? All of my friends and family seem to love it and everywhere you see recipes for Gin cocktails or Gin Punch. I always thought I hated the taste of Gin..but guess what? I actually hate the taste of Tonic. I only discovered that when I had a cocktail forced upon me by a friend insisting I would love it. And she was right, I did. I had to create my own and I came up with this Elderflower and Lime Gin cocktail.

So much so that I have been experimenting with my own. This one in particular is refreshing and zesty with just a hint of Gin. It is perfect for summer BBQ’s and dinner parties.

I missed out on the opportunity to go foraging ready to make Elderflower syrup or cordial this year so I have used store bought ( another amazing Homesense find ) but if you have made your own from your foraging trips I think it would taste even better.

elderflower and lime gin cocktail

Elderflower and Lime Gin Cocktail

You will need:

125ml Gin

80ml Elderflower Syrup/Cordial

40ml Lime Juice

300ml Chilled Soda water

Mint Leaves

Lime wedges to garnish

Combine your Gin, Elderflower syrup, Mint leaves and Lime juice in a jug and refrigerate for at least two hours. Top up with your chilled soda water and ice if desired. Serve immediately. This should make 4 servings.

elderflower and lime gin cocktail

This went down a storm at a recent BBQ with friends although it does slip down a little easily so be careful.. it may taste light but it does contain alcohol! I used Martin Millers Gin which I was gifted for review purposes recently. I also used PLj Lime Juice however you could use the juice of a fresh lime.

Any Gin cocktail recommendations for me?

For general summer cocktails check out this post.

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  1. Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs says

    August 15, 2016 at 6:24 pm

    Lovely looking cocktail. Proud to say I liked gin before it was cool lol but very happy that most bars in London now have a very well stocked gin shelf (or two). We did manage to make our own cordial this year and have a little left so looks like I’ll be making this this evening 😀 (if I ever get to leave work!)

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    • munchiesandmunchkins says

      August 16, 2016 at 8:56 pm

      Oh I am jealous that you have homemade cordial. Hope you enjoy the cocktail x

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  2. Cathy @ Planet Veggie says

    August 16, 2016 at 3:11 pm

    I’m not usually a fan of gin but this sounds beautifully refreshing and I imagine the other flavours makes the gin not so overpowering?

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    • munchiesandmunchkins says

      August 16, 2016 at 8:56 pm

      Definitely not overpowering – I loved it! x

      Reply
  3. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says

    August 17, 2016 at 7:22 am

    This looks very refreshing! I love anything with elderflower in it.

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    • munchiesandmunchkins says

      August 20, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      me too x

      Reply
  4. Claire @foodiequine says

    August 17, 2016 at 10:07 am

    LOVE gin and LOVE elderflower so this is perfect for me although I’d replace the soda water with Prosecco!

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    • munchiesandmunchkins says

      August 20, 2016 at 10:28 pm

      I like your way of thinking Claire x

      Reply

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