Dill or no Dill Cocktail
The Dill or No Dill cocktail is an elegant, herbaceous beverage distinguished by its innovative use of an otherwise culinary ingredient: fresh dill. Typically served in a chilled coupe glass, it expresses refined simplicity. While not a mainstream classic, the drink has acquired popularity in craft cocktail establishments due to its unique flavour profile and appealing to experimental drinkers looking for something out of the ordinary while also demonstrating the herb’s application outside of the kitchen.
Ingredients
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- 30mL gin
- 15mL fresh lemon juice
- 15mL elderflower syrup
- 30mL cucumber water
- 2nos small sprigs of fresh dill (plus extra for garnish)
- Pinch of smoked salt
- Ice cubes
Method
- Step 1
Muddle a couple of dill sprigs and a pinch of smoked salt in a shaker before pouring the gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower syrup and cucumber water into the shaker.
- Step 2
Fill the shaker with ice, secure the lid and shake rapidly for 15-20 seconds until well cooled and combined.
- Step 3
To eliminate dill residue and ice shards, strain the drink twice through a Hawthorne strainer and a fine-mesh sieve into a chilled coupe or martini cocktail glass.
- Step 4
Garnish with a fresh dill sprig to add aroma and visual appeal.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Make your own cucumber water by blending and filtering fresh cucumber to yield a pure and delicate vegetal flavour.
Preparation Tip 2
Do not crush the dill; instead, muddle it gently to release its oils without imparting bitterness; just enough to bruise the leaves is ideal.
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