Gin is a spirit made for warm-weather sipping, and Fairgrounds, which recently opened its first location with a bar in the West Loop, has several cocktails that just scream “springtime!” But it’s the combination of a classic G&T with dandelion tea that proves an irresistible tribute to the season. 1330 W. Fulton Market
G&T&Tea for Two
1 ½ oz. London Dry Gin
½ oz. simple syrup
1 tsp. Rishi Dandelion Detox tea
Tonic water
Brew 1 tsp. of dandelion tea in 4 oz. of boiling water for five minutes. Fill collins glass with ice and add gin, simple syrup and 1 oz. of the brewed tea. Top with tonic water and garnish with lemongrass and a slice of lime.
Photography by: gauge collective/courtesy of fairgrounds
