Garnish:
Elderflowers when in season (or lemon slice / Gypsophila (Baby's-Breath)
How to make:
SHAKE first 5 ingredients with ice and strain into ice-filled glass. TOP with soda.
| 1 2/3 fl oz | Rutte Dry Gin |
| 1/2 fl oz | St-Germain elderflower liqueur |
| 1/6 fl oz | Luxardo Maraschino liqueur |
| 1 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 1/3 fl oz | Sugar syrup (65.0°brix, 2 sugar to 1 water rich syrup) |
| 5/6 fl oz | Thomas Henry Soda Water |
Read about cocktail measures and measuring.
Review:
A hint of elderflower adds interest to the classic Collins cocktail - long, balanced and refreshing.
History:
For the full story behind the origins of the Collins and its many variations see our Collins page.
Nutrition:
One serving of Elderflower Collins contains 182 calories.
Alcohol content:
- 1.5 standard drinks
- 15.59% alc./vol. (31.18° proof)
- 21 grams of pure alcohol
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