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Wanted the cocktail a bit drier, so we used half the amount of Elderflower. Very unexpected flavour. Just a slight hint of rose, but there were tastes of spices and grapefruit. Great pre-Valentine's Day cocktail. Cheers!

To a person like me loves Gin but no to Martini…..this is could be a nice re-introduction, at least for me tonight.

Used Plymouth Gin, St. Germain Elderlower liqueur and Nielsen-Massey rosewater. I recommend starting with one or two drops of this rosewater as it is really powerful, and adding more to personal taste, if necessary. It may be that Fiorente elderflower has a stronger taste than St. Germain, so possibly add 5 mls extra of the latter. I reckon this is a beautifully subtle and delicately floral martini if the proportions are carefully prepared; different brands can make a difference.

The above recipe was ridiculously too floral for my taste. These are my adjustments: 20 ml dry vermouth (used Dolin dry, but I would opt for another brand, probably my fave Noilly Prat), 10 ml St. Germain, 5 ml rose water... Using that recipe, the elderflower looms large in the aftertaste, with the rose water adding some color. Plus, the herbal qualities of the gin and vermouth are now allowed to express themselves... Thrilled to finally utilize my rose water... (11 Jan 2023, 6:28a)

Really nice, this one. Very well balanced. It's strong enough from the gin that it's not overly flowery, which I thought it might be. Just lovely and smooth.