Serves 1.
Note: To make simple syrup, heat equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves; cool before using. Adapted from "Diffordsguide."
• 2 oz. (1/4 c.) gin
• 1 oz. (1/8 c.) lime juice
• 0.5 oz. (1 tbsp.) simple syrup (see Note)
• 7 to 8 fresh mint leaves (reserve 1 for garnish)
Directions
Shake ingredients with ice and finely strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with mint leaf.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories160Fat0 gSodium1 mg
Carbohydrates9 gSaturated fat0 gCalcium4 mg
Protein0 gCholesterol0 mgDietary fiber0 g
Serves 1.
Note: To make honey syrup, heat ½ cup water with ½ cup sugar until sugar dissolves. Stir in ½ cup honey; cool before using. Adapted from "The Fine Art of Mixing Drinks," by David Embury.
• 2 oz. (1/4 c.) gin
• 0.5 oz. (1 tbsp.) lemon juice
• 0.25 oz. (1 1/2 tsp.) honey syrup (see Note)
• Thin strip of lemon peel
Directions
Shake ingredients with cracked ice, and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with lemon peel.
Nutrition information per serving:
Calories155Fat0 gSodium1 mg
Carbohydrates7 gSaturated fat0 gCalcium2 mg
Protein0 gCholesterol0 mgDietary fiber0 g
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