Cocktails

The Laverstoke

The Laverstoke is a cocktail made with Gin, Elderflower Cordial, Rosso Vermouth, and Tonic Water. It is served in a Balloon Glass.

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Cocktailalcoholic13.5% ABV7 ingredients

At a Glance

280 kcalCalories

13.5%ABV

32.7gSugar

36.6gCarbs

1.23Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 7 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

50 mlGinBase Spirit
15 mlElderflower cordialOther
15 mlRosso VermouthOther
75 mlTonic WaterMixer
2 wedgesLimeFruit
1 sliceGingerModifier
1 large sprigMintGarnish

How to Make It

Squeeze two lime wedges into a balloon glass then add the cordial, Bombay Sapphire and MARTINI Rosso Vermouth, swirl to mix.Add
Fully fill the glass with cubed ice and stir to chill.Stirred
Top with Fever-Tree Ginger Ale and gently stir again to combine.Stirred
Garnish with a snapped ginger slice and an awoken mint sprig.Garnish

How to Serve

Glass: Balloon Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Serving tips

Serve The Laverstoke cold and taste the bitterness before adjusting sweetness. A citrus peel or clean garnish can lift the aroma without making it sweeter. It is commonly matched with seafood, ceviche, salads style pairings.

Taste

What does The Laverstoke taste like?

The Laverstoke has a drier, more aromatic profile. Bitter, herbal or botanical notes give it structure and make it feel less sugary.

Primary flavours

Herbal Citrus Bitter

Supporting notes

Sweet Floral GingerWine

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Noticeably sweet

What do these dimensions mean?

Practical notes

When to choose it

How to decide if The Laverstoke is right for you

The Laverstoke suits drinkers who like drier, more aromatic cocktails. Choose it when you want structure, bitterness or herbal lift instead of a sweet fruit profile. The listed serve is about 13.5% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.

Skip if

Skip The Laverstoke if...

Skip The Laverstoke if you prefer soft, sweet or fruit-led drinks. Bitter and herbal cocktails can feel dry or intense if you are expecting easy sweetness.

Food pairings

Charcuterie OlivesSalty Snacks

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Not enough information

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin50 ml

VodkaKnown variation

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes: Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.

Rosso Vermouth15 ml

Sweet VermouthGood swap

How much to use: Use the same amount; adjust only for the specific bottle’s sweetness and bitterness.
What changes: Generic sweet vermouth is usually a close replacement for rosso vermouth, with differences driven mainly by the bottle and style.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Tonic Water75 ml

Soda WaterNot a neutral swap

How much to use: You may need extra citrus or sweetener to restore balance.
What changes: Soda water can replace tonic water only if you want a less bitter, less sweet drink.

Mint1 large sprig

Fresh Mint LeavesGood swap

How much to use: Use a similar amount and gently clap or muddle depending on the recipe.
What changes: Fresh mint leaves are usually a close substitute for mint.

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated July 12, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I make the Laverstoke at home?: Yes. The The Laverstoke uses 7 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Balloon Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.