Gin works well in cocktails with coriander seeds, since coriander is one of the botanicals often used to make this spirit. For a nonalcoholic version, try infusing the coriander seeds in The Botanist Gin.
Ingredients
- 3 slices cucumber
- Ice
- 1-1/2 ounces toasted coriander seed infused gin
- 1/4 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1/4 ounce simple syrup
- 1/4 ounce St. Germain Elderflower liqueur
- Club soda
- Cucumber slice, for garnish
- 1/2 cup coriander seeds
- 1 (750 ml) bottle spirits such as vodka, tequila or gin (or nonalcoholic spirits)
Instructions
1. Add cucumber to shaker and muddle together with a couple of small ice cubes.
2. Add a scoop of ice to the shaker along with the rest of the ingredients except for club soda. Shake for five seconds, then strain into a Collins glass filled with ice.
3. Top with club soda and garnish with cucumber slice.
To make toasted coriander infused spirits
1. Toast seeds in a small saucepan over medium-high heat for 3 to 5 minutes until they become aromatic. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.
2. Place seeds in the bottle of spirits and infuse for 24 hours.
