CAPETOWN COLLINS

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Categories     Rosemary     Drink

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
5 large rosemary sprigs, divided
1 1/2 teaspoons rooibos tea leaves
1 cup gin, divided
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
ice cube

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup water, sugar, and 1 rosemary sprig to boil in medium saucepan, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat to low and simmer until syrup measures generous 1 cup, about 5 minutes. Add rooibos; let steep one hour. Strain through fine mesh strainer into 1-cup glass measuring cup. Mix half of rooibus syrup, 1/2 cup gin, and 2 Tb lemon juice into cocktail shaker filled with ice cubes. Shake well, then strain into 2 ice-filled collins glasses. Repeat with remaining syrup, gin, and lemon juice. Garnish drinks with rosemary sprigs and serve.

Sheila Giardina
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This sounds like the perfect drink to enjoy on a warm summer evening.


Jorina Mostert
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I'm going to have to try this one ASAP!


Esther Kabeikirize
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quheku amo
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Cheers!


Adam Wunker
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Overall, I'm glad I gave the Cape Town Collins cocktail a try! I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a refreshing and unique summer cocktail.


Leon1973
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The instructions from the recipe were pretty straightforward and easy to follow.


Hamja Bhai
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The Cape Town Collins is also very easy to make, which is a bonus!


M irfan Ali
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This is a great summer cocktail. It's light and refreshing, and the rooibos tea gives it a nice herbal flavor.


Iydia Nyambura
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I love the combination of flavors in this cocktail. The rooibos tea and Amarula cream liqueur give it a really interesting and complex taste.


intoxicated eyes
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This is a really unique and flavorful cocktail. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Demon Time
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I'm not a big fan of gin, but I still enjoyed this cocktail. The rooibos tea and Amarula cream liqueur really help to balance out the gin flavor.


Sumaiya Suleiman
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I followed the recipe exactly and my cocktail turned out great. I highly recommend trying this one!


Saadatu Ishaq
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This cocktail is a bit on the sweet side for me, but it's still very good. I might try reducing the amount of simple syrup next time.


Abel Ahmed
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I was a bit hesitant to try this cocktail because I'm not a big fan of rooibos tea, but I was pleasantly surprised. The tea flavor is subtle and it really complements the other ingredients.


April Faul
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This is a great cocktail for a brunch or afternoon gathering. It's not too strong, but it's still flavorful and refreshing.


Juju From The Six
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I've made this cocktail a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The rooibos tea and Amarula cream liqueur really make it something special.


Sultan Mehmaod
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I love this cocktail! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my friends.


Arif Pran
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This Cape Town Collins cocktail is a delicious and refreshing twist on the classic Tom Collins. The addition of rooibos tea and Amarula cream liqueur gives it a unique and complex flavor that's perfect for sipping on a warm summer day.


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