Bumblebee

A refreshing yet complex gin sour. Who knew your lawn weeds could be so delicious?

The impressive taproot of the humble dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is an expert in penetrating poor and compacted soils to carry minerals and water up to the surrounding area, where it shares with other plants in its community (and indeed allows them to move in at all!).

This is the beginning of a richer and more diverse ecosystem, with the dandelion serving as community builder, city planner, and bricklayer – proving to us that a simple organism can have a big impact.

So too does the gin you choose have a big impact on the final cocktail. Something warm and spicy like Herbie Gin will create a more complex and interesting drink, while a citrus-forward one will give you a brighter and crisper libation.