The Salford fog is a reimagining of two classic British drinks, the English garden and the London fog, with a Mancunian twist. Created by Lucy Bryant at Society, Manchester, this cocktail brings together gin, earl grey, elderflower, and honey in a refreshing, lightly floral drink perfectly suited for a hot day in the garden. The recipe champions local producers, using Salford Distillery's gin, but any well-balanced, citrus-forward dry gin will work.
Ingredients for the Salford Fog
The cocktail requires two syrups made in advance: an earl grey syrup and a honey syrup. For the earl grey syrup, combine 1 earl grey teabag with 100ml boiling water, brew for five minutes, then stir in 100g white sugar until dissolved. For the honey syrup, gently heat 100g honey with 100ml water until dissolved. Both syrups can be stored in the fridge for up to 10 days.
How to Make the Drink
To build the drink, measure 37.5ml dry gin (Salford Distillery recommended), 20ml elderflower liqueur such as St-Germain, 20ml earl grey syrup, 15ml honey syrup, 40ml apple juice, and 25ml lime juice into a shaker filled with ice. Shake hard, then double strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and serve immediately.
Local and Seasonal Appeal
According to Lucy Bryant of Society, Manchester, the cocktail is designed to highlight local producers while offering a light, floral profile ideal for warm weather. The combination of tea, honey, and apple juice adds depth without overwhelming the gin. This recipe serves one and is a creative twist on traditional British gin-based cocktails.
