Citrus and Herbal Gin Highball with Elderflower

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A botanical gin highball featuring bright citrus and floral elderflower tonic for a light and aromatic cocktail. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, elderflower tonic water, fresh lemon juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a highball glass with 1 cup of ice cubes to chill the glass thoroughly.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz gin and 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice over the ice to create a citrus base with herbal depth.
  3. Step 3: Top with 4 oz elderflower tonic water, pouring gently to preserve the bubbles.
  4. Step 4: Stir once gently with a bar spoon to mix the ingredients without losing effervescence.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by slapping a fresh thyme sprig between your hands to release its fragrance, then place it along with a lemon wheel on the rim for an aromatic finish.

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