Summer non-alcoholic drink with elderflower, lime and fresh herbs

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There are drinks that refresh. And then there are those that create an atmosphere. Elderflower & Herb Spritz belongs exactly to that second kind. It is light, fresh and elegant — like a summer afternoon at a beautifully set table, when the jug is filled with ice, citrus, herbs and the delicate scent of elderflower. In the glass, it looks clean and natural, yet its flavour offers far more than an ordinary lemonade.

Jug 1.7 l
Gaya Elements Quest North
Longdrink Glass 400 ml
Slyth

A sweet elderflower note, juicy lime, the gentle bitterness of tonic and an aromatic touch of fresh herbs. A drink that is perfect for summer dining, a garden celebration or a quiet evening on the terrace. Alcohol-free, yet full of character.

Ingredients

700 ml sparkling water
200 ml tonic water or bitter lemon
80–120 ml elderflower syrup
juice of 1 lime
a few thin cucumber slices
fresh rosemary, thyme or mint
ice

Preparation

1. Place plenty of ice into the Gaya Elements Quest North jug.

2. Add the elderflower syrup and freshly squeezed lime juice.

3. Top up with sparkling water and tonic water or bitter lemon, depending on whether you prefer a milder or more intense drink.

4. Finally, add the thin cucumber slices and fresh herbs.

5. Stir the drink only gently to keep it fresh and sparkling.

Serving

Serve in a tall Slyth glass with ice. Add a cucumber slice, a piece of lime and a small sprig of rosemary, mint or thyme to the glass. Then pour over the prepared drink from the Gaya Elements Quest North jug.