Bold Botanist Minty Gin Fizz

This refreshing and vibrant cocktail combines the bold flavors of gin, zesty lime, and sweet simple syrup with the creamy texture of egg white. The addition of fresh mint adds a delightful herbal note, making it a perfectly balanced and complex drink. The finishing touch of aromatic bitters in a star pattern not only enhances the visual appeal but also adds a hint of depth to each sip. This cocktail is an excellent choice for those who enjoy a well-rounded, botanical-infused libation.

Bold Botanist Minty Gin Fizz

A refreshing and vibrant gin-based cocktail with zesty lime, sweet simple syrup, and a creamy egg white texture, finished with a delightful herbal note of fresh mint and aromatic bitters.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz. gin
  • 3/4 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz. simple syrup (1:1)
  • 1 egg white
  • 6 mint leaves
  • A few dashes of aromatic bitters
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, combine gin, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, egg white, and mint leaves.
  2. Dry shake the mixture without ice to emulsify the egg white and release the mint's aroma.
  3. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously to chill the cocktail.
  4. Strain the mixture into a chilled glass.
  5. Drop a few dashes of aromatic bitters onto the surface of the cocktail.
  6. Use a toothpick to create a star shape with the bitters.
  7. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.