About the Recipe
This tastes like park-side brunch in Paris — elegant, gentle, and full of charm. I made this for an impromptu brunch date with my sister, and every sip felt like a shared secret and buttery pastry.
Ingredients
2 oz pear nectar (or apple juice)
1 oz elderflower cordial (or syrup)
1 oz gin (or rosemary soda for mocktail)
Sparkling water to top
Rosemary sprig
Ice
Instructions
Step 1
Shake nectar, cordial, and gin with ice.
Step 2
Strain into a glass over ice.
Step 3
Top with sparkling water.
Step 4
Garnish with a rosemary sprig.
Tips
Zero-proof: Use flavored sparkling water instead of gin.
Fruit swap: Use peach or melon juice for warmer months.
Herb option: Try thyme or mint instead of rosemary.
Pair with: Mini quiches, brie, or tea sandwiches.
Serving Tips
Glass: Coupe or stemless flute
Garnish: Rosemary sprig or pear slice
Vibe: Parisian jazz, tote bag brunch, and a breeze through curtains