Lorenz In the Garden
Lorenz in the Garden
Lorenz in the Garden is a bright and refreshing cocktail that captures the essence of summer in every sip. This delightful drink combines the smooth character of Lorenz Crafted Spirit with the invigorating flavors of cucumber, rosemary, and watermelon, all brightened by a touch of lemon and topped with your choice of bubbly lemon-lime soda or ginger ale. It's an easy-to-make and incredibly flavorful cocktail, perfect for enjoying in the garden or any sunny setting.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz Lorenz Crafted Spirit
- 1/2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- Lemon-Lime Soda
- 3/4 oz Cucumber Rosemary Watermelon Simple Syrup
- Cucumber ribbons, Rosemary sprig, Watermelon wedge, Lemon slice
Instructions
- Chill your glass: Place a highball glass in the freezer for at least 15 minutes.
- Muddle: In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cucumber slices, rosemary sprig, and watermelon cubes until well-crushed and the juices are released.
- Add liquid ingredients: Add the Lorenz Crafted Spirit and lemon juice to the shaker.
- Add ice: Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake well: Close the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the shaker is very cold.
- Double strain: Double strain into the chilled highball glass filled with ice. This will remove any large pieces of fruit or herbs.
- Top with soda: Top with your choice of lemon-lime soda or ginger ale.
- Garnish: Garnish with cucumber ribbons, a sprig of rosemary, a watermelon wedge, and a lemon slice.
Notes
Tips and Variations:
- Spirit Choice: Lorenz Crafted Spirit is recommended
- Sweetness Level: Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your preference.
- Spice it up: Add a few slices of jalapeño to the simple syrup or muddle them with the other fresh ingredients for a spicy kick.
- Herb variations: Experiment with other herbs like mint or basil in place of or in addition to rosemary.
