Words by Aidy Smith
I always try to look on he bright side of things which is why during the past 2 months of lockdown my mixology skills have been tested like never before. I’m no stranger to the cocktail, in fact I spend quite a lot of time experimenting, some stuff works, other stuff… not so much, but at the end of the day it’s the exploration.
It’s no secret I’m a big fan of Mirabeau, which is why I was extra delighted to discover a cocktail using their signature gin and sparkling rosé La Folie. All you need is a bottle of these Provençal gems a grapefruit and some ice and you’re good to go.
Ingredients (serves 2)
60ml Mirabeau Rosé gin (or equivalent)
60ml freshly squeezed grapefruit juice
120ml sparkling rosé La Folie (or equivalent)
Sugar (optional - for rimming the glass)
Sprig of lavender or rosemary (optional garnish)
Ice cubes
Method:
In a shaker, shake together gin, grapefruit juice and a handful of ice cubes.
Rim the cocktail glasses with sugar (optional). Pour the grapefruit mixture through a sieve directly in the glasses.
Top up the glasses with La Folie.
Serve right away with a a sprig of lavender or rosemary!