Herbaltini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Herbaltini
20 min.
12
174kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing twist on your next gathering with the delightful Herbaltini! Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant cocktail brings together an exquisite blend of fresh herbs and citrus that is sure to captivate your guests’ senses. Imagine the invigorating aroma of mint and rosemary mingling with the zesty tang of freshly squeezed lime and sweet, juicy oranges. It's not only a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight, served in elegant martini glasses topped with a charming mint leaf.

Whether you're hosting a summer soiree, a cozy dinner party, or simply looking for a unique starter to pique your guests' interest, the Herbaltini fits the bill beautifully. This cocktail is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it a favorite for diverse dietary needs. Each sip delivers a balanced harmony of flavors while keeping calories light at around 174 per serving.

With preparation taking just 20 minutes and serving up to 12, the Herbaltini is not only delicious but also an easy option that allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your friends and family. So, shake things up at your next get-together and let the Herbaltini be the star of your appetizer spread!

Ingredients

  • 12 servings mint leaves fresh rinsed
  • 2.3 cups hendrick's gin chilled
  • cup juice of lime fresh chilled (from 7 limes)
  • 24  mint sprigs fresh rinsed (4 in. each)
  • 12 oz oranges chilled rinsed quartered
  • 12  rosemary sprigs fresh rinsed (3 in. each)
  • 1.5 cups soda water chilled
  • 0.8 cup caster sugar 

Equipment

  • sieve
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. In a 2 1/2- to 3-quart pitcher, combine mint sprigs, rosemary sprigs, and sugar. With a long-handled wooden spoon, muddle (or crush) the herbs and sugar together. Squeeze juice from oranges into pitcher, then drop quarters in. Press a few times with spoon to release oil from orange peels. Stir in gin, lime juice, and 1/2 cup ice water.
  2. Mix until sugar is dissolved.
  3. Serve (see step 2), or cover and chill up to 4 hours (see notes). If using martini glasses, chill in freezer.
  4. To serve, slowly pour chilled soda water into the pitcher, down the side. Stir gently to blend.
  5. Pour through a strainer into chilled martini glasses or ice-filled glasses. Float a mint leaf on top of each.
  6. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts

Calories174kcal
Protein2.61%
Fat2.07%
Carbs95.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.63
Glycemic Load
9.86
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
2.8352174328073%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.37mg
Hesperetin
9.84mg
Naringenin
4.67mg
Apigenin
0.17mg
Luteolin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.85kcal
8.69%
Fat:0.17g
0.27%
Saturated Fat:0.04g
0.26%
Carbohydrates:18.15g
6.05%
Net Carbohydrates:17g
6.18%
Sugar:15.47g
17.18%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:8.38mg
0.36%
Alcohol:15.03g
100%
Alcohol %:13.65%
100%
Protein:0.5g
0.99%
Vitamin C:22.3mg
27.04%
Vitamin A:230.55IU
4.61%
Fiber:1.14g
4.57%
Folate:15.03µg
3.76%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.22%
Potassium:100.4mg
2.87%
Calcium:26.23mg
2.62%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.35%
Copper:0.04mg
2.16%
Magnesium:8.05mg
2.01%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.65%
Iron:0.29mg
1.63%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.62%
Phosphorus:11.44mg
1.14%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.14%
Source:My Recipes