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Crisp apple and mint spritz gin cocktail
For a lighter version, swap half of the apple juice for soda water, or for extra sweetness, add a splash of elderflower cordial.
This apple and mint spritz is a crisp summer cocktail where smooth gin, tart green apples, and a squeeze of lime come together with sparkling soda.
Ingredients
- 2 medium green apples (plus a few extra slices for garnish)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar syrup (to taste)
- 200ml gin
- 400ml chilled sparkling apple juice or apple cider
- Ice cubes
- A few mint leaves for garnish
Method
- Peel and slice two green apples. Add them to a jug with the lemon juice and honey (or syrup). Muddle gently with a spoon or muddler to release the juice and aroma.
- Pour in the gin and stir well. Let it sit for five minutes so the flavours can blend.
- Fill four tall glasses with ice. Strain the apple mixture into the glasses until each is half full.
- Add sparkling apple juice or cider to each glass. Give it a gentle stir to mix.
- Garnish with thin slices of apple and a few mint leaves. Serve immediately while chilled and bubbly.
