Hi Life Spritz
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Hi Life Spritz
Serve in a Highball (max 10oz/300ml)
| 1 oz | Hayman's London Dry Gin from freezer |
| 1 oz | Chardonnay (Chablis) white wine chilled |
| 2⁄3 oz | Elderflower liqueur |
| 2 oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water chilled |
Garnish: Lime wedge squeezed and dropped in drink
How to make:
POUR all ingredients into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda and briefly stir.
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Chardonnay (Chablis) white wine - Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Borrowing its name from both BA High Life magazine and the highball glass it is served in, this refreshing long drink combines the botanical complexity of gin with honeyed elderflower liqueur balanced by white wine acidity.
History:
Created 30th May 2014 by yours truly at the Cabinet Room in London, England for British Airways' BA High Life magazine.
Spritz history
Nutrition:
One serving of Hi Life Spritz contains 139 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.1 standard drinks
- 11.23% alc./vol. (11.23° proof)
- 15.7 grams of pure alcohol
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