G and Blooming Tea
Looking for a creative and refreshing twist on the classic gin and tonic cocktail? Look no further than the G and Blooming Tea cocktail! This recipe combines the bold and botanical flavors of gin with the delicate and fragrant notes of flowering tea for a unique and sophisticated cocktail experience. To make this recipe, simply brew a blooming tea ball, let it cool, and mix with gin and sweeten with a little sugar. The result is a beautiful and aromatic cocktail that's perfect for sipping on a warm summer evening. Not only is this recipe a great way to enjoy the natural beauty and flavor of blooming tea, but it's also a fun and creative way to impress your guests with a unique and flavorful cocktail. So why not give this G and Blooming Tea cocktail a try and enjoy a refreshing and delicious twist on the classic gin and tonic?
Making G and Blooming Teas at Home
INGREDIENTS (Serves 6)
1 Flowering tea ball - I like using a rose tea ball for this recipe
2 Cups of freshly boiled water
6 Shots of gin - I like using rose flavored gin!
1/4 Cup of white sugar - adjust to taste
METHOD
Place your preferred tea ball in a large tea pot, pour over freshy boiled water (100*C/212*F) The water must be boiling for the flower to open up fully. It will float for a few moments before settling on the bottom where it will start to unravel. This will take around 5-8 minutes.
Once the tea has steeped, remove the tea ball so that the brew doesn’t become too bitter. Dissolve the sugar into the hot tea and then set aside and allow to cool.
Add a shot of gin in each of the glasses with lots of ice.
Pour the steeped flowering tea into the glasses of gin and ice.
Using tongs, put the tea flower into one of the glasses for decoration.
Add extra garnishes such as mint sprigs, lemon slices, cucumber or rosemary.
