Centre Court Sipper - Summer Cocktail
Serves : 1
Refreshing and easy, the Centre Court Sipper perfect for sunny afternoons, with elderflower, citrus, and the Reverend Hubert Summer Cup.
Ingredients
- 50 ml Reverend Hubert Summer Cup or alternative Summer Cup
- 30 ml St Germain Elderflower Liqueur
- 25 ml Italicus or Earl Grey–infused vodka
- 15 ml Cocchi Americano
- 3 dashes Rhubarb Bitters
- Tonic Water or Elderflower Presse, to top
- Ice
- Dried Orange Wheel for garnish
- Rosemary Sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a tumbler or highball glass with fresh ice.
- Pour in the Summer Cup, St Germain, Italicus (or Earl Grey vodka), Cocchi Americano and bitters.
- Top up with tonic water or elderflower presse.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with a dried orange wheel and rosemary sprig.
- Sip and enjoy in the sunshine.
Notes
Can I make this summer cocktail ahead of time?
Yes you can – so it’s perfect for taking with you on picnics! Just mix the spirits and bitters together in advance and store them in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Make a batch of serving and pop in a bottle. When you’re ready to serve, simply pour over fresh ice, top with tonic or elderflower presse and garnish.
What can I use instead of Reverend Hubert Summer Cup?
If you can’t Reverend Hubert, don’t worry you can another fruit cup liqueur for a classic British summer vibe. Just keep in mind the flavour will vary slightly, so you may need to taste and adjust the sweetness if needed.
What’s the best substitute for Cocchi Americano?
If you don’t have Cocchi Americano, try using Lillet Blanc or dry vermouth for a similar floral, citrusy character. Each will bring its own subtle twist to the cocktail.
What if I don’t have Italicus?
Not everyone is a fan of bergamot, so if you prefer, you can skip the Italicus and use plain vodka for a cleaner taste. If you don’t have Italicus, you can infuse 100ml of vodka with a floral Earl Grey tea bag for about 2 hours.
Can I make this a lower-alcohol cocktail?
Absolutely! To create a lower alcohol version, use a non-alcoholic aperitif as the base, like Everleaf Mountain or Lyre’s Italian Spritz (my favourite zero-alcohol switch), swap the vodka for more tonic or elderflower presse. You’ll keep the same refreshing character, just a little lighter.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 0.03gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.03gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 9mgSugar: 12gCalcium: 0.3mgIron: 0.03mg
DISCLAIMER
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
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