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French blonde cocktail garnished with a yellow flower.

French Blonde Cocktail

Melissa
This chic drink is a harmonious blend of smooth gin, fragrant elderflower liqueur, crisp Lillet blanc, a splash of grapefruit juice, and a dash of lemon bitters.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Aperitif, Happy Hour
Cuisine French
Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ ounces gin
  • ½ ounce elderflower liqueur
  • 2 ounces Lillet Blanc
  • 1 ½ ounces grapefruit juice
  • 2-3 dashes lemon bitters
  • Edible flowers or a grapefruit twist for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Add the gin, elderflower liqueur, Lillet blanc, grapefruit juice, and lemon bitters to a cocktail shaker. 
  • Add ice and shake until well chilled.
  • Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish if desired. 

Notes

Tips:
  • Pre-chill your glass for an extra refreshing cocktail.
  • For a smoother drink, pour through a fine mesh strainer into the cocktail glass to remove any small ice shards or pulp.
  • Add your ingredients to an empty shaker first, then add ice to prevent dilution.
  • If you want a little fizz, try adding a splash of champagne or sparkling wine.
  • For more sweetness, try adding a touch of simple syrup.
  • For more tartness, add a little bit of fresh lemon juice.
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Nutrition

Calories: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 0.3gFat: 0.04gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.04gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 0.2mg
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