The English Garden Cocktail - Recipe for Summer
Tutor: Cameron Attfield, Diagio World Class Bartender of the Year 2019 (GB) and Harrods cocktail bar manager
Join champion bartender Cameron as he demonstrates how to make an English Garden, a delicious summer cocktail.
This English Garden cocktail recipe is super simple, easy to follow, and made with basic ingredients you might already have at home. Think cool cucumber, apple and elderflower. Light, crisp and perfect for sunny days, this refreshing summer drink is a firm favourite.
Cameron also shares a delicious non-alcoholic mocktail version, so everyone can enjoy the same summery sparkle.
If you’re curious about what’s in an English Garden cocktail, exploring new summer cocktails, or just fancy something fresh and fuss-free, you’re in the right place.
Please drink responsibly. You must be over 18 to drink alcohol.
To keep health risks from alcohol to a low level, the UK Chief Medical Officers (CMOs) advise it is safest not to drink more than 14 units a week on a regular basis.
For more information visit drinkaware.co.uk
Preparation
Prepare a space for cocktail making.
Video time
5 minutes
- 25ml fresh lemon juice
- 25ml elderflower cordial
- 75ml apple juice
- 50ml soda water
- 50ml gin (optional)
- Ice
- Mint
- Cucumber
- Tall (highball) glass
- Alcohol measure (or eggcup or measuring jug)
- Stirrer or spoon
- Add 2 parts gin, 1 part lemon juice, 1 part elderflower cordial, and 2 parts apple juice to a glass.
- Stir gently to mix.
- Add ice and rolled cucumber ribbons.
- Top with soda water and stir again.
- Garnish with mint and extra cucumber.
For a non-alcoholic version, leave out the gin.
Homemade Elderflower Cordial
Why not try Rachel's homemade elderflower cordial recipe with your English Garden Cocktail? A delicious summer addition!
