ELDERFLOWER GIN

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



Elderflower gin image

Add a touch of summer to a classic tipple with this delicious elderflower-infused gin. Great for a summer gathering, served with tonic water and lots of ice

Provided by Miriam Nice

Categories     Cocktails

Time 5m

Yield Makes 500ml

Number Of Ingredients 4

6-8 freshly picked elderflower heads
1 strip lemon peel
1 tbsp golden caster sugar
500ml gin

Steps:

  • Shake any obvious bugs off the elderflower heads then put them into a large jar or jug. Add the lemon peel, caster sugar and pour over the gin. Cover and leave to infuse for 24hrs.
  • Strain through coffee filter paper or 2 sheets of kitchen paper into a clean bottle. Keeps for up to 1 month. Serve with tonic water, lots of ice and a dash of sugar syrup if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70 calories, Carbohydrate 1 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar

There are no comments yet!