Strawberry Elixir Fizz

This delightful cocktail, Strawberry Elixir Fizz, is the perfect elixir for warm summer nights. Fresh local strawberries are mashed and mixed with sugar and gin, then left to infuse for a few days, creating a luscious and flavorful concoction. When ready, this strawberry-infused gin is combined with sparkling wine, creating a refreshing and fruity fizzy drink that's perfect for sipping on the back deck.

Strawberry Elixir Fizz

A delightful elixir made with strawberry-infused gin and sparkling wine, perfect for warm summer nights.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 oz strawberries, washed and trimmed
  • 1/2 tbsp icing sugar
  • 1 1/2 oz gin
  • 1 1/2 oz sparkling wine
  • strawberries, halved, for garnish (optional)
  • mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Coarsely mash the strawberries with a fork and transfer to a Mason jar.
  2. Add icing sugar and gin, then seal the jar and gently shake to mix.
  3. Leave the jar at room temperature for 3 days, shaking it twice a day to dissolve the sugar.
  4. Strain the mixture and pour it into a clean, dry serving bottle, then seal it well.
  5. Add a splash of the strawberry-infused gin to chilled sparkling wine, and garnish with a halved strawberry and mint leaves.