Otoh Gunga Oasis
Meesa present the Otoh Gunga Oasis! A wonderfully refreshing and herbaceous gin cocktail that evokes the cool, clear waters of Naboo's underwater cities. It's bright, a little floral, and perfectly balanced to keep you cool as you dance the night away.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 3-4 fresh mint leaves
- 2 thin cucumber slices
Instructions
- In a shaker, gently muddle the mint leaves and cucumber slices.
- Add gin, fresh lime juice, elderflower liqueur, and simple syrup to the shaker.
- Fill with ice and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe or rocks glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a cucumber ribbon and a fresh mint sprig.
Glassware: Coupe or Rocks Glass
Garnish: Cucumber ribbon and fresh mint sprig
History
This drink is a sophisticated riff on a classic Southside, a Prohibition-era cocktail known for its refreshing blend of gin, mint, and lime. We've introduced elderflower to bring a touch of Naboo's lush flora into the mix.