Salty Lemon Gin and Tonic
Description
In this gin and tonic recipe, salty preserved lemon brings out the natural botanical flavors of gin in a simple variation on the classic cocktail.
Ingredients
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1/4 preserved lemon
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2 fluid ounces gin
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2 cups ice cubes, or as needed
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4 fluid ounces tonic water (such as Fever Tree)
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1 small sprig fresh rosemary
Directions
1
Remove pulp from lemon with a sharp knife and discard, saving peel. Lightly rinse peel with cool water. Slice off a thin sliver of peel and set aside for garnish.
2
Combine lemon peel and gin in a shaker. Muddle lemon until slightly crushed. Add 1 cup ice to the shaker, cover, and shake until chilled, 15 to 20 seconds.
3
Fill a rocks glass with ice and strain cocktail over the ice. Top with tonic water. Garnish with lemon sliver and rosemary sprig.