Cocktail of the week: Julie’s jasmine blossom – recipe | The good mixer

{ "title": "Jasmine Blossom Cocktail: A Floral Elixir for Spring Evenings", "content": "This week's featured cocktail, the Jasmine Blossom, is a fragrant and elegant drink that captures the essence of spring. Created by mixologist Julie, this recipe combines floral jasmine syrup with crisp gin and fresh citrus for a balanced, refreshing sip.\n\nIngredients:\n- 50ml gin\n- 20ml jasmine syrup (see below)\n- 25ml fresh lemon juice\n- 10ml elderflower liqueur\n- Ice\n- Edible flowers (for garnish)\n\nFor the jasmine syrup:\n- 100g caster sugar\n- 100ml water\n- 2 tbsp dried jasmine flowers\n\nMethod:\n1. Make the jasmine syrup: Combine sugar and water in a saucepan, bring to a simmer, and stir until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add jasmine flowers, and steep for 15 minutes. Strain and cool.\n2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add gin, jasmine syrup, lemon juice, and elderflower liqueur.\n3. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.\n4. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.\n5. Garnish with edible flowers, such as pansies or violas.\n\n> "The jasmine blossom is a delicate dance of floral and citrus notes," says Julie. "It's perfect for a spring garden party or a quiet evening at home."\n\nEnjoy responsibly."