Inspired by a drink I had during a golden sunset at Eden Roc in Antibes. I’ve reimagined it with a mix of summer gin, fresh lemon juice, muddled basil and a soft orange blossom foam—floral, herbal, and just the right amount of indulgent. It’s the kind of cocktail that feels like a gentle escape, evoking slow evenings, warm breezes, and that irresistible Riviera glow.

Yield: 1 Cocktail

Mis en Place

2 Oz. Gin, Citadelle Jardin D’été

1 Oz. Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed

8-10 Basil Leaves

Thyme Simple Syrup

1 C. Granulated Sugar

1 C. Water

5-6 Stems of Fresh Thyme

Orange Blossom Foam

1 Egg White

1 Tsp. Orange Blossom Water

1/2 Oz. Thyme Simple Syrup

Basil Leaves, for garnish

*edible flowers or orange zest twist would be lovely too

Method

Step 1

Make simple syrup

In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water and thyme.

Bring to a rolling simmer over medium-high heat and boil until the sugar has completely dissolved.

Remove from heat and set aside to cool for at least 30 minutes. 

Once cool, strain syrup into a large measuring cup, through a fine mesh strainer.

Discard thyme stems.

Set syrup aside until needed. 

Step 2

In a cocktail shaker, muddle basil leaves.

Add gin and lemon juice.

Set aside.

Step 3

Make orange blossom foam

In a small bowl combine egg white, simple syrup and orange blossom water.

Using a handheld milk frother to whip the mixture until it’s creamy, thick and glossy, like meringue.

Set aside.

Step 4

Add ice to cocktail shaker and shake the mixture vigorously.

Strain into a coupe style glass.

Carefully spoon or pour the foam on top of your drink.

Garnish with micro basil leaves.