Elegant Lychee Collins

This refreshing Elderflower Collins is a light and elegant cocktail perfect for a casual afternoon or an evening with friends. The combination of gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liquor, and a touch of simple syrup creates a delightful balance of flavors. Topped with seltzer water, this cocktail offers a subtle effervescence that adds to its allure. Garnish with a lemon peel, wedge, or a lychee to enhance the elderflower's delicate essence. Serve it in a chilled Collins glass for an extra touch of sophistication.

Elegant Lychee Collins

A light and elegant cocktail featuring gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liquor, and a hint of simple syrup, topped with seltzer water. Garnish with lemon or lychee for an extra touch of elegance.

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Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz Gin
  • 0.50 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz Elderflower liquor (such as St. Germain)
  • 0.25 oz Simple syrup
  • Seltzer water (to top off the drink)
  • Ice
  • Lemon peel or wedge for garnish (optional)
  • Lychee for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chill a Collins glass.
  2. Fill the chilled glass with fresh ice.
  3. Pour the gin over the ice.
  4. Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
  5. Pour in the elderflower liquor.
  6. Add the simple syrup.
  7. Stir the mixture in the glass.
  8. Top off the drink with seltzer water.
  9. Garnish with a lemon peel, wedge, or lychee if desired.
  10. Enjoy the refreshing Elderflower Collins!