Sour Cherry Orchard

Description: The Sour Cherry Orchard is a vibrant and aromatic cocktail marrying the tartness of sour cherry shrub with the botanical complexity of gin. A hint of elderflower adds a delicate floral note while a touch of fresh lime juice brightens up the drink. This cocktail is a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and floral, making it ideal for any sophisticated gathering. Ingredients: - 1.5 oz gin (preferably London Dry) - 0.75 oz sour cherry (griotte) shrub - 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur - 0.5 oz fresh lime juice - 0.25 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste) - 2 dashes of Angostura bitters - Fresh cherry and lime wheel for garnish Instructions: 1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. 2. Add the gin, sour cherry shrub, elderflower liqueur, fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and bitters to the shaker. 3. Shake vigorously until well-chilled. 4. Strain the mixture into a chilled coupe glass. 5. Garnish with a fresh cherry and a lime wheel on the rim. Type of Glass: Coupe Glass