Winchester

Ingredients

Preparation

Combine all ingredients with approximately one ounce of pebble ice in a cocktail shaker and whip shake for 8-10 seconds. Pour unstrained into a cocktail glass and fill with more pebble ice.

Glass
Highball Glass
Ice
Pebble

The Winchester balances the botanical punch of two gin styles against a supporting cast of sweet and sour elements. Elderflower and grenadine provide floral sweetness, while grapefruit and lime cut through with bright acidity. A subtle ginger warmth lingers beneath the surface, giving the drink a refreshing, slightly spiced finish that keeps it from veering too sweet. It drinks long and easy, tropical in presentation but restrained in execution.