The Skinny Cocktail Column August

The Earl’s Lemonade

This cocktail has been made by Simon Fraser at Elliot's bar in the Apex Hotel on Waterloo Road. The tipple was named because it uses bergamot – the scent in Earl Grey tea – and because Earl Grey stayed at the hotel when he visited Edinburgh. Fraser says, "I’m having a lot of fun playing with homemade lemonades at the moment, because the sunny weather demands a refreshing cocktail. The Earl's Lemonade is perfect for sitting outside and enjoying the sun. Nice and tart with a lovely floral aroma."  

25ml Edinburgh Gin
20ml St Germain
20ml Crème de Bergamot
Juice of one lemon
Shake and strain into a Collins glass
Top up with 100ml of Soda