Cocktail A:
Elderflower cooler
After a long day of work or summer heat there’s nothing more refreshing that sitting back and relaxing with one of our elderflower coolers. For that gentle burst of refreshing white wine and minty freshness, then this is the drink for you. We recommend using a dry white wine for extra freshness and a slimline tonic for a touch of sweetness.
Ingredients:
-50ml Cottingley Fairy Elderflower gin
-120ml Pinot Grigio White Wine
-Cucumber
-Mint
Equipment:
–Mixing glass/Bar spoon/Strainer
Method
- Add ice and two slices of cucumber to a highball glass.
- Build the cocktail and add 50ml of Fairy Elderflower gin, 120ml of white wine and top with tonic.
- Stir and add a sprig of mint.
- Enjoy!
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Cottingley Fairy Elderflower Gin – Fairytale Gin
Celebrating a century since the Cottingley fairies enchanted West Yorkshire, our gin honors the clever cousins who captured their images, weaving wonder and whimsy into history.
Our Cottingley Fairy Gin, smooth with a hint of floral notes at 40% ABV, is a tribute to those mystical woodlands. Perfect for elevating your G&T or crafting an Elderflower martini fizzing with Prosecco, it encapsulates the essence of English gardens and the enchanting forests of Yorkshire. Here’s to the magic that may have been more than just a fanciful tale!
Salted Strawberry and Banana espresso martini
If you need that coffee hit with a sweet fruit twist, then look no further than our funky take on an espresso martini. Our banana and strawberry gin adds creamy notes and our salted caramel pudding rum gives that extra hit of sweetness.
Ingredients:
-25ml Yorkshire Dragon Banana and Strawberry Dragon gin
-75ml Freshly brewed Espresso
-25ml Salted Caramel rum
-25ml Kahlua
Equipment:
–Mixing glass/Bar spoon/Strainer
Method
- To a Boston tin, combine 75ml of fresh espresso (sweeten if you prefer a sweeter drink), 25ml Yorkshire Dragon Banana and Strawberry gin, 25ml Kahlua and 25ml of our Salted Caramel rum.
- Shake and strain into the coupette and to the rim of the glass add a foam banana.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Yorkshire Dragon Banana And Strawberry Gin – Fairytale Gin
Discover the elusive Yorkshire Dragon, tiny as a fairy and with a taste for sweet fruits, lured only by ripe bananas near Cottingley Beck.
Our Yorkshire Dragon Gin is an orchard in a bottle, bursting with a smooth, light flavour that marries a unique banana essence, almost whispering of vanilla, with the vibrant zing of strawberries for added depth. Far from the usual juniper punch, this gin is a refreshing partner to tonic or lemonade. For a truly enchanting experience, pair it with pineapple fritters and enjoy amidst the laughter of good company.
Rhubarb Aperol spritz
An English twist on an Italian classic. Our Gnome Rhubarb gin compliments the taste of Aperol with its tart twist of the classic British fruit. This drink is perfect for a hot summers evening or great to enjoy with the family at a BBQ.
Ingredients:
-50ml Gnome Rhubarb gin
-50ml Aperol
-50ml Prosecco
Splash of soda
-Slice of blood orange
Equipment:
Method
- To a large wine glass, add ice and a large slice of blood orange.
- Build the cocktail, add, 50ml of Gnome Rhubarb gin, 50ml Aperol and 50ml Prosecco.
- Top the drink with a splash of soda and enjoy!
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Gnome Rhubarb Gin – Fairytale Gin
Nestled near the famed Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle, our spirited garden gnomes have harvested rhubarb to craft a gin that’s quintessentially Yorkshire.
Behold our jubilant Cotttingley Gnome, embodying the festivity of our Rhubarb Gin. At 40% ABV, this gin is a celebration in a bottle, boasting a vibrant and tangy rhubarb flavor that’s simply irresistible. Ideal for lively gatherings, it shines in a classic gin and tonic, mingles perfectly with ginger ale, or stands out on its own over ice. Join the gnome in revelry and make your next social affair unforgettable with a splash of this delightful spirit.
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