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Bitter Elder
Long, refreshing and dry. A perfect thirst quencher for a hot summer day.
Mix
2 shots of Gin
3 shots of Apple Juice
0.75 shots of Lemon Juice
0.5 shots of Elderflower Cordial
3 dashes of Old Fashioned Bitters
Shake
Add all the ingredients to the mixing tin, add lots of ice, shake thoroughly and strain into the glass over lots of ice.
Pour
Serve in a Collins glass and garnish with a lemon wheel.
Ingredient Profile
Ice in an orange Bitter Elder cocktail.
Shot by Shot Guide
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Measure 3 shots of Apple Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.75 shots of Lemon Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.5 shots of Elderflower Cordial and add to the mixing tin.
Add 3 dashes of Old Fashioned Bitters to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Fill a Collins glass with ice.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a lemon wheel.