The Rosebud

Ingredients

• 1 ounce gin
• 1 ounce dry vermouth
• 3/4 ounce fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 ounce St. Germain (elderflower liqueur)
• 1/8 teaspoon rose water
• 1 food-grade rosebud (for serving; optional)
• 1 3” piece ginger, peeled, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup sugar

Steps

1. Combine gin, vermouth, lemon juice, St-Germain, rose water, and 1/2 oz. ginger syrup in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake until outside of shaker is frosty, about 30 seconds. Strain into a Martini glass and garnish with rosebud, if desired.
2. Bring ginger, sugar, and 1/2 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan; reduce heat and simmer 5 minutes. Let cool. Strain syrup into a small jar or bowl; discard ginger.
3. Do Ahead: Syrup can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.