Cicada Cocktail Minus the Bugs
Refreshingly zesty and nature-inspired, the Cicada Cocktail Minus the Bugs is a playful nod to earthy vibes without the critters. This vibrant cocktail combines floral elderflower liqueur, botanical gin, and a tangy splash of lime juice for a perfectly balanced flavor profile. Sweetened with a touch of homemade honey syrup and elevated by aromatic fresh mint, it's finished with sparkling soda water for a bubbly twist. Ready in just 5 minutes, this elegant drink is garnished with a lime wheel and mint sprig, making it perfect for garden parties, summer soirées, or simply unwinding with a sophisticated sip. Indulge in this beautifully crafted drink that celebrates bright, natural flavors!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce elderflower liqueur
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 0.5 ounce honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 5 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 ounces soda water
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 slice lime wheel
- 1 sprig fresh mint sprig
Instructions
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gin, elderflower liqueur, lime juice, honey syrup, and fresh mint leaves.
2. Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker, then secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
3. Fill a tall glass with fresh ice cubes and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass.
4. Top with soda water and lightly stir to combine.
5. Garnish with a lime wheel and a sprig of fresh mint for a vibrant presentation.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy this nature-inspired delight!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
259 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 62 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
