Smokey Gin & Tonic

Name: Smokey Gin & Tonic
Ingredients: 1 oz Common Ground Basil & Elderflower Gin; 1.5 oz Elderflower Tonic Water; 1 tsp Rosemary Simple Syrup; 1 tsp Espadin El Silencia Mezcal

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By Common Ground Spirits

Submitted on: June 5, 2025

Refreshing

Signatures

This cocktail was created for a family cocktail competition with a little smokiness in mind. By Gwen Slaffey

Ingredients

1 oz
Common Ground Basil & Elderflower Gin

1.5 oz
Elderflower Tonic Water

1 tsp
Rosemary Simple Syrup

1 tsp
Espadin El Silencia Mezcal

Instructions

Garnish

Rosemary sprig

Build

Shake & Dump

Glass

Old Fashioned/Rocks

Estimated strength

About 14% ABV (estimate)

By Common Ground Spirits

More Than Spirits, It’s a Mindset On a mission to cultivate artisanal spirits that symbolize the human experience of bonding and forming connections, Julian Peebles and Tory Brown founded Common Ground Spirits in 2020. We believe that finding a common ground with those around us is what adds substance and meaning to our lives. Our common ground is the belief that everybody, no matter race, religion, or gender identity should have equal opportunities in all aspects of life—and our approach to pr...

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Build all ingredients in a rocks glass over fresh ice and stir gently to combine. Simple Syrup: 1 Cup of sugar 1 Cup of water 4 sprigs of rosemary In a medium sized pot, combine the sugar and water, bring to a simmer and stir until the sugar has dissolved. Turn off heat, add the rosemary, cover and allow to steep for 1hr. Strain into a clean jar.

Editor's Note

A smoky twist on the classic G&T. The mezcal adds a savory depth that balances the floral elderflower notes.

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Crafted Pour

25 July 2026

This sounds like a fantastic way to add a smoky dimension to a classic! Do you have any tips on how you like to balance the mezcal so it doesn't overpower the gin?