The Laverstoke Cocktail

Gin
Author: Smriti Dey
A large glass filled with a clear drink, ice cubes, lime, orange slices, and mint leaves against a dark background.

A refined drink that is often highlighted for its structure, clarity and modern botanical profile, the Laverstoke cocktail is frequently discussed in professional mixology for its clean composition, temperature control requirements as well as presentation. While not classified as a classic, it is commonly featured on contemporary cocktail menus due to its compatibility with batch preparation.

What you’ll need

Ingredients

Serves:
1
  • Tanqueray No 10 London dry gin (or any other gin of choice)
    15ml
  • Elderflower liqueur
    4ml
  • White vermouth
    4ml
  • Ginger ale
    30ml
  • Lime wedge
    For garnish
  • Thin slice fresh ginger root
    For garnish
  • Small mint sprig
    For garnish
  • Ice cubes

Method

  1. Step 1

    Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.

  2. Step 2

    Add the gin, elderflower liqueur and white vermouth directly over the ice.

  3. Step 3

    Top up with ginger ale and stir gently to maintain the carbonation while blending flavours.

  4. Step 4

    Garnish the drink with a lime wedge, a thin slice of fresh ginger root and a small sprig of mint before serving.

Tips & Suggestions

  • Layer the elderflower liqueur before adding the gin to allow its floral notes to settle at the base, releasing aromatics gradually as the drink is picked up and sipped.

  • Lightly press or score the ginger root slice prior to garnishing to release scents without masking the cocktail’s primary flavour structure.

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