We've just found your new favorite cocktail—thank us later. 5Church's legendary Sun Tzu flaunts notes of cucumber, lime and a dash of black pepper! With an experience that gives you a taste of spring in a sip, we had to give you the deets on how to recreate this refreshing drink, although nothing tops getting it right from the source, 5Church Midtown.
PHOTO BY BRANDON AMATO
The season where we exchange those espresso martinis for something lighter has arrived, and we’re here to let you in on this spring’s hottest cocktail yet. Atlanta, meet 5Church’s (@5churchatlanta) Sun Tzu. With notes of cucumber, mint and citrus, this cocktail feels like a breath of fresh air—and it’s relatively easy to make. Start by muddling Winterville gin with a handful of mint sprigs, followed by lemon and lime juice, St-Germain, cucumber water and aquafaba. Top it off with simple syrup and a pinch of salt. Now, get ready to shake. Shake well, add ice and shake again, followed by a quick dry shake to froth everything up. Transfer into a chilled coupe glass, then garnish with black pepper, cucumber and mint. Enjoy—you can officially call yourself a mixologist.
INGREDIENTS:
1 ½ oz. Winterville gin
½ oz. lemon and lime juice
4 fresh mint sprigs
¾ oz. St-Germain
1 oz. cucumber water
5 oz. simple syrup
Aquafaba
Pinch of salt
GARNISH:
Cucumber wheel
Mint sprig
Black pepper
Photography by: Brandon Amato
