Description
The Star Gazer Wine Cocktail is a delightful blend of gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling wine, garnished with mint and optional edible flowers. Perfect for celebrations or a cozy evening, this refreshing drink offers a touch of elegance and a burst of flavor in every sip.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ oz gin
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- ½ oz fresh lemon juice
- 3 oz sparkling wine (like Prosecco or Champagne)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Edible flowers for garnish (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, and fresh lemon juice.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker.
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Once shaken, strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
- Slowly pour the sparkling wine into the glass over the gin mixture.
- Give the cocktail a gentle stir with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients without losing too much fizz.
- Take a few fresh mint leaves and gently slap them between your hands to release their oils.
- Place the mint leaves on top of the cocktail. Add edible flowers if using.
- Optionally, add a lemon twist by cutting a thin strip of lemon peel, twisting it over the drink, and dropping it in.
- Serve the cocktail immediately while its still cold and bubbly.
- Enjoy the beautiful colors and aromas as you sip.
- For gatherings, consider making a batch in a pitcher by multiplying the ingredients.
Notes
- Use high-quality gin and elderflower liqueur for the best flavor.
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
- Experiment with different sparkling wines for a unique twist.
- For a sweeter cocktail, add a splash of simple syrup before shaking.
- For a non-alcoholic version, replace gin and elderflower liqueur with elderflower syrup and sparkling water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes