Cocktail
Water Lily
How to make a Water Lily - a modern gin classic of gin, Crème de Violette, Cointreau and lemon juice. Floral, citrusy and in a delicate violet.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
CoupeGlass
1Serving(s)
The Water Lily is a modern gin classic from New York: gin, Crème de Violette, Cointreau and fresh lemon juice in equal parts. Floral, citrusy and in a delicate violet, it is one of the most beautiful violet cocktails of modern bar culture.
Instructions
- Add gin, Crème de Violette, Cointreau and lemon juice to a shaker.
- Fill with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously until the shaker frosts on the outside.
- Strain into a pre-chilled coupe.
- Express an orange twist over the glass and drop it in.
Garnish: Orange twist
Pro tip: Freshly squeezed lemon juice is crucial - it gives the floral Crème de Violette the acidity it needs and keeps the drink from tasting too perfumed.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the Water Lily violet?
The delicate violet color comes from the Crème de Violette, a violet liqueur with a floral aroma.
How does the Water Lily taste?
It is both floral and citrusy: violet and orange meet fresh acidity, balanced by the gin.
Who invented the Water Lily?
The cocktail was created by bartender Richard Boccato at the New York bar Little Branch and is a modern classic.
Ingredients
- Gin2.5 cl
- Crème de Violette2.5 cl
- Cointreau2.5 cl
- Fresh lemon juice2.5 cl
- Orange twist1 piece
- Ice cubesas needed
