The Rosy Mint Fizz

This refreshing cocktail combines the aromatic flavors of mint and rose with the zesty kick of gin and lemon, all topped off with sparkling white wine. The delicate floral notes and herbal freshness make this a perfect drink for any special occasion or a sunny afternoon. The subtle sweetness from the rose syrup adds a delightful twist to this elegant and bubbly concoction.

The Rosy Mint Fizz

A delightful and bubbly cocktail with the aromatic flavors of mint and rose, paired with the zesty kick of gin and lemon, all topped off with sparkling white wine.

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Ingredients

  • 6 mint leaves
  • Petals of 3 unsprayed roses, plus 6 small unsprayed roses to garnish
  • 3 oz. gin
  • 1/4 cup (2 oz.) lemon juice
  • Ice cubes
  • 6 oz. sparkling white wine, chilled
  • For the rose syrup:
  • 3/4 cup (150g) caster sugar
  • 1 Tbsp rosewater

Instructions

  1. Chill a tall glass in the fridge.
  2. To make the rose syrup, heat sugar and 1/2 cup water in a pan until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in the rosewater. Chill until completely cooled.
  3. Gently bruise the mint leaves and rose petals, then place them in the chilled glass.
  4. In two separate batches, combine gin, lemon juice, and rose syrup with plenty of ice in a shaker. Shake well.
  5. Pour the mixture into the glass and top up with sparkling wine.
  6. Garnish with a small unsprayed rose, then serve immediately with a straw.