Ingredients
1½ozgin
¾ozlemon juice,fresh, about ¾ medium lemon
¾ozsimple syrup
3ozchilled champagne,to top the glass
lemon peel,to garnish
¼cuphoney,or sugar
¼cupwater
Preparation
Combine the honey (or sugar) and water in a small saucepan. Warm over medium heat, whisking occasionally, just until the honey or sugar has disappeared into the water. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Securely fasten the cap on the shaker and shake for about 20 seconds until well chilled.
Strain the liquid into champagne glasses and top with champagne.
Twist the lemon peel and hold it for a few seconds to retain the shape. Garnish your glass with the lemon twist, and enjoy while cold.
