Sour Forest Fizz

A refreshing and vibrant mocktail that captures the essence of a summer forest after the rain. This drink layers bright citrus with the complex herbal notes of Giffard’s Herbal Juniper, balanced by a tangy shrub and mellowed with a hint of elderflower. Perfect for those who crave a sophisticated, sour, and aromatic zero-proof cocktail. Ingredients: - 2 oz Herbal Juniper by Giffard - 1 oz lemon juice (freshly squeezed) - 0.75 oz apple cider vinegar shrub (see below*) - 0.5 oz elderflower cordial - 0.25 oz rosemary syrup - 2 dash orange blossom water - Top with chilled soda water Garnish: Fresh rosemary sprig and a lemon wheel Glassware: Highball glass *Apple Cider Vinegar Shrub: Mix equal parts apple cider vinegar, apple juice, and sugar. Stir until dissolved, bottle, and chill. Method: 1. In a shaker, combine the Herbal Juniper, lemon juice, shrub, elderflower cordial, rosemary syrup, and orange blossom water. 2. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds. 3. Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice. 4. Top with chilled soda water and give a gentle stir. 5. Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and a lemon wheel. The result is a tangy, herbal, and slightly floral mocktail that lingers with woodland freshness on the palate!