Mint Collins
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 12.00 fresh Mint leaves
- 1.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 0.50 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
- 2.50 fl oz Club soda
Directions
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Lightly muddle mint in base of shaker to bruise
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Add next three ingredients
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Add ice and shake well
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Fine strain into chilled Collins glass
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Top with soda water
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Lightly stir
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Garnish with mint sprig
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
This bright, herbaceous Collins glass sipper brings the freshness of a summer garden straight to your lips.
The Gin Garden Smash is a refreshing twist on the classic whiskey smash that showcases Beefeater's juniper-forward character alongside muddled mint, tart lemon juice, and a touch of cane syrup sweetness, all lengthened with a splash of club soda. The drink tastes clean and crisp, with the mint providing an aromatic coolness that complements the gin's botanical notes while the lemon adds a zingy brightness that keeps each sip lively. It's an ideal choice for warm afternoons on the patio, weekend brunches, or any time you want something light and sessionable that won't weigh you down. The cocktail comes together quickly and requires only basic bartending skills—just remember to muddle the mint gently to release its oils without turning it bitter. This drink shines alongside lighter fare like grilled fish tacos, fresh salads with goat cheese, or lemony chicken piccata. You could also serve it with Mediterranean mezze platters featuring hummus, tabbouleh, and feta-stuffed peppers, where the mint's herbal quality creates a natural bridge between drink and food.
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