Hi Life Spritz

Difford's Guide
Discerning Drinkers (24 ratings)
Ingredients:
1 fl oz Hayman's London Dry Gin (from freezer)
1 fl oz Chardonnay (Chablis) white wine (chilled)
2/3 fl oz Elderflower liqueur
2 fl oz Thomas Henry Soda Water (chilled)
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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:

Strength & taste guide:


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:

139 calories

Alcohol content:

  • 1.1 standard drinks
  • 11.23% alc./vol. (22.46° proof)
  • 15.7 grams of pure alcohol
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