The Maiden's Compass
A bright and refreshing gin-based cocktail, featuring the crisp botanicals of London dry gin, balanced with tart lime and the delicate sweetness of elderflower.
Ingredients
- 2 oz London dry gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice.
- Shake well until thoroughly chilled.
- Double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Glassware: Coupe
Garnish: Lime wheel or a delicate edible flower
History
This cocktail is a sophisticated riff on the classic Gin Sour, a perfectly balanced concoction that has showcased the botanical complexity of gin for generations, here elevated with a touch of floral elegance.