Camp Crystal Lake
A classic Gin Sour variation, this drink captures the murky, chilling depths of Camp Crystal Lake with muddled cucumber and a whisper of herbal Chartreuse. It's a fresh taste with an underlying sense of dread, perfect for your viewing party.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London Dry Gin
- 0.75 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.75 oz Simple Syrup
- 0.25 oz Green Chartreuse
- 3-4 thin slices English cucumber
Instructions
- In a shaker, gently muddle the cucumber slices.
- Add the gin, lime juice, simple syrup, and Green Chartreuse to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Double-strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a thin cucumber ribbon or wheel.
Glassware: Coupe or Rocks Glass
Garnish: Cucumber ribbon or wheel
History
This Gin Sour riff takes inspiration from the classic formula found in books like 'The Craft of the Cocktail,' introducing muddled cucumber and a touch of Green Chartreuse to evoke the verdant, yet eerie, surroundings of Camp Crystal Lake. It's a fresh take on a familiar favorite, perfect for a night of frights.