Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda
A light and aromatic Collins cocktail combining botanically rich gin with floral elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and effervescent soda water. This general-inspired cocktails & drinks ready in about 7 minutes brings together London dry gin, Elderflower liqueur, 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 140 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.
Ingredients
- 50 ml London dry gin
- 20 ml Elderflower liqueur
- 25 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 10 ml Simple syrup
- 80 ml Soda water
- as needed Ice cubes
- 1, for garnish Lemon wheel
- 1, for garnish Fresh thyme sprig
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a Collins glass with ice cubes to chill the glass thoroughly.
- Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 50 ml London dry gin, 20 ml elderflower liqueur, 25 ml fresh lemon juice, and 10 ml simple syrup with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into the chilled glass and top up with 80 ml soda water.
- Step 4: Stir gently to blend the soda without losing fizz.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel and 1 fresh thyme sprig to add herbal aroma and visual charm.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda take to make?
Total time is about 7 minutes (7 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda?
Refrigerate any leftover spiced gin and elderflower collins with lemon and soda in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Gin and Elderflower Collins with Lemon and Soda?
General cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
