Cocktail of the Month

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‘Final Say’ Cocktail (Serves 1)

This cocktail with its floral flavours is exactly what’s needed to take us through the spring and into the summer. Made with gin it has a light finish; the ‘crème de violette’ creates a wonderful summery violet shade and the touch of lime subtly cuts the sweetness of the maraschino liqueur. It’s my new favourite!..

25ml gin

25ml maraschino liqueur

25ml créme de violette

25ml freshly squeezed lime juice

A handful of ice

Lime wheel and maraschino cherry to garnish

  1. Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with the ice. Shake vigorously for 10 seconds and strain into a chilled cocktail glass.
  2. Garnish with a lime wheel and a maraschino cherry.
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