True Love Cocktail
Raise a glass to romance with the exquisite True Love Cocktail—a delightful mix of fresh strawberries, zesty lemon juice, aromatic gin, and a whisper of elderflower liqueur, all lightly effervesced with sparkling water. Perfect for date nights, Valentine's celebrations, or any moment that deserves a touch of elegance, this vibrantly pink cocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The muddled strawberries lend a natural sweetness while the elderflower adds a floral note to round out the flavors, creating a drink that feels indulgent yet refreshing. Ready in just five minutes, this irresistible cocktail is finished with a garnish of your choice—a strawberry slice or lemon twist—for an extra romantic flourish. Whether you're wooing a special someone or simply treating yourself, the True Love Cocktail is your go-to for celebrating life's sweetest moments.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh strawberries
- 1 ounce Lemon juice
- 1 ounce Simple syrup
- 2 ounces Gin
- 0.5 ounce Elderflower liqueur
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 ounces Sparkling water
- 1 piece Strawberry slice or lemon twist (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash and hull the fresh strawberries, then add them to a cocktail shaker.
2. Muddle the strawberries until they release their juices and become a pulp.
3. Add lemon juice, simple syrup, gin, and elderflower liqueur to the shaker.
4. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill and combine the ingredients.
5. Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice, using a fine mesh strainer to remove any strawberry pulp.
6. Top off the cocktail with sparkling water for a touch of effervescence.
7. Garnish with a strawberry slice or lemon twist for a romantic touch, if desired.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your True Love Cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6 mg | 0% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 119 mg | 3% | |
*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.
