Julie's jasmine blossom is a delicate, elegant, and aromatic sour that resembles a floral white lady. It features notes of floral jasmine tea balanced by bright citrus, creating a fresh and perfect spring cocktail. The infused gin can be doubled or tripled for use in other drinks, such as an elevated jasmine gin and tonic, a simple floral martini, or a light spring spritz.
Jasmine Blossom Recipe
Serves 2
- 100ml gin
- 1 heaped tsp loose-leaf jasmine green tea
- 50ml triple sec
- 50ml fresh lemon juice
- 2 egg whites
First, infuse the gin. Pour the gin into a small clean jar or glass, stir in the tea leaves, and leave to infuse at room temperature for 45-60 minutes. Strain through a fine sieve or coffee filter, then store in a clean jar and seal. Properly strained, it keeps for up to six months.
For each drink, shake 50ml jasmine-infused gin with 25ml triple sec, 25ml lemon juice, and one egg white. Shake first without ice to emulsify, then add ice and shake again until well chilled. Strain into a coupe or martini glass and finish with a twist of lemon zest.
Fredi Viaud, bar manager, Julie's, London W11
