Cocktail of The Week
Words: Violet
This week’s cocktail is perfect for sipping on a warm summers’ evening. It comes from the Gilbert Scott Bar and was created by their talented Bar Manager, Dav Eames. A personal favourite of Marcus Wareing’s it combines fresh cucumber, elderflower and pear vodka to create a refreshing delight!
A-Pear-itif
50g cucumber, chopped
50ml Grey Goose La Poire vodka
50ml Bombay Sapphire Gin
50ml Elderflower Cordial
50ml Fresh lime juice
ice cubes
To Garnish:
2 Long, thin cucumber strips
2 Ice cubes
Muddle the cucumber with the vodka in a cocktail shaker. Alternatively use the end of a rolling pin in a large container to gently pound the cucumber and vodka together. Add the remaining ingredients, shake well and strain into two coupette glasses. Garnish each with a cucumber wrapped ice cube.
For this any many other delicious cocktails, go to the Gilbert Scott Bar at the St Pancras International Hotel or check out thegilbertscott.co.uk
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