This is now a Go To summer cocktail. Using Basil syrup instead of clear sugar syrup will boost the colour, although I just use half the recipe measure to keep the sweetness under control.
Jules Vine
Very refreshing though sweet. Two slices of lime in the glass for a 3:2:1 ratio takes down the sweetness a bit and boosts the tart. ONE IMPORTANT NOTE- slap the mint leaves before adding to the glass. The shock helps release oils and give a slightly stronger minty accent flavor, rather than just adding the leaves.
Excellent tip to slap the mint. Thank you.
I make it as a conventional Spritz with 3:2:1 ratio, but as I make large Spritz (180:120:60) I change the St Germain element to half St Germain and half Lilet blanc. It reduces the sweetness whilst still maintaing the distinctive elderflower notes, and the Lilet gives it a little more Ooomph.