Earl Grey Simple Syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup strong Earl Grey tea
- Combine the sugar and tea in a small saucepan. Set over medium-high heat. Whisk thoroughly, until the sugar is completely dissolved. The syrup should be clear. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
The Gin and Earl Grey Cocktail
- 2 ounces London dry gin
- 1 ounce Earl Grey simple syrup
- ¼ ounce fresh lemon juice
- dash rosewater
- thinly sliced lemon (for garnish)
- Combine all ingredients in a rocks glass. Add ice and stir. Garnish with the lemon slice.
Serves 1
For a fun twist, shake with ice, strain, then top off with sparkling wine or sparkling water.
I keep my simple syrup in a plastic condiment bottle in the refrigerator. It’s easier to measure out small amounts.
If you like making cocktails, I highly recommend a 2 ounce measuring cup. It’s more accurate than a regular shot glass, and there are fewer dribbles since it’s actually designed for pouring. Mine is from Pampered Chef. I remember it had a ridiculous price for something so small, but I love it. I think Oxo makes one too.
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