Transcontinental! Floral Notes and Elegance

Transcontinental – a Floral and Elegant Gin Cocktail

Transcontinental is a cocktail for those who enjoy complex, delicate flavors with a floral and herbal profile. It combines gin, maraschino, crème de violette, and yellow chartreuse with fresh lemon juice to create a balanced and sophisticated experience.

Ingredients:

• 52.5 ml London Dry Gin
• 10 ml Maraschino liqueur
• 5 ml Yellow Chartreuse
• 7.5 ml Crème de Violette
• 15 ml freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 7.5 ml cold water (optional)
• Lemon zest for garnish

Instructions:

1. Start with mise en place: measure out all the ingredients and squeeze the lemon juice.
2. Add everything to a shaker with ice and shake well for about 10 seconds.
3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.
4. Top with lemon zest – press it over the glass and gently place it on the rim.

Flavor Profile:

Floral and herbal notes, with balanced acidity and a fresh finish. Perfect as an aperitif or as part of an elegant cocktail evening.

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