Coastal Collins
Keep it local with the Coastal Collins which highlights the characteristics of the spirit. Complimented with a little sea salted honey cordial, and fresh ginger then finished with soda and a lemon twist. The overall profile will be both savoury and fresh, perfect for seaside sipping!Ingredients
Serves 1
2 coins fresh ginger (about 1-in/ 2.5 cm each), peeled and sliced
1½ oz (45 ml) Shelter Point Single Malt Whisky
½ oz (15 ml) Sea Salt Honey Syrup*
¾ oz (22 ml) lemon juice
2 oz (60 ml) soda water
1 lemon peel, for garnish
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle fresh ginger, then combine whisky, Sea Salt Honey Syrup and lemon juice. Add cubed ice, shake gently then strain into a collins glass. Top with soda water before filling the glass with cubed ice. Garnish with a lemon peel expressed over surface of the cocktail.
- *To make Sea Salt Honey Syrup, in a small bowl, combine ⅓ cup (80 ml) boiled water, ⅔ cup (160 ml) honey and ½ tsp (2.5 ml) sea salt. Stir to mix then transfer to a sealed container and store in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Makes 1 cup (250 ml).