Happy Thirsty Thursday! GINSANITY CHAPTER X: You can never sparkle too much {Elderflower Citrus Sparkler}

Elderflower Sparkler

Happy New Year.  LOL.  I don't think I ever said that.  I am cautiously optimistic for 2013. 
Happy Thirsty Thursday... 1st one for the year.
Even though I'm on a diet for another 15 lbs [at least]I still enjoy my special cocktail treats.  This one was very special indeed, combining all of my favorite things and looking SOOOOOO pretty.

What is it? I called it an Elderflower Sparkler.  It was sweet & citrus-y with a hint of pine needles.... Florida at Christmas :)

 

WHAT YOU NEED:

3 slices/rounds each of orange, lemon & lime

1/2 ounce simple syrup

1 & 1/2 ounce gin

1 ounce St. Germaine

Ice

4 ounces Champagne {brut}

 

St~Germaine, Gin & Champagne
Can you go wrong?

 

 

WHAT YOU DO:

GENTLY Muddle 1 slice orange, lime and lemon with simple syrup in a shaker. Add gin, St. Germaine and a little ice. Shake well and strain into glass.

Pack with ice and top with Champagne garnish with remaining fruit. Sip & Stir.  Repeat.

 

 

ENJOY [you are welcome]