A bright, citrus-forward lemon drop balanced with soft elderflower sweetness.
Ingredients:
• 2 oz (60 ml) Anchored Spirits American Gin
• 0.75 oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz (15 ml) elderflower liqueur
• 0.25 oz (7 ml) simple syrup (adjust to taste)
• Lemon twist or lemon wheel (garnish)
Citrus Prep & Balance
• Use freshly squeezed lemon juice only
• Fine-strain juice to remove pulp
• Adjust sweetness based on lemon acidity
Lemon juice acidity can vary significantly. Taste the juice before building the drink and adjust simple syrup as needed to maintain a bright but balanced profile.
Instructions:
1. Chill
Chill the serving glass to maintain a crisp finish. 2. Shake
Add Anchored Spirits American Gin, lemon juice, elderflower liqueur, simple syrup, and ice to a shaker. 3. Integrate
Shake vigorously until well chilled and properly diluted. 4. Strain
Strain for a clean, bright finish. 5. Garnish
Finish with a lemon twist or wheel.