Citrus Brave Frontier Fizz

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A sparkling, citrus-forward cocktail inspired by the adventurous spirit of Brave Frontier, combining bright lemon and zesty orange with a touch of herbal complexity. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together Gin, Fresh lemon juice, Fresh orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Gently muddle 4 fresh basil leaves in a shaker to release their aroma without tearing them.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz fresh orange juice, and 0.5 oz honey syrup to the shaker.
  3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker feels cold.
  4. Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently once with a bar spoon to combine.
  6. Step 6: Garnish by slapping a basil leaf between your hands to release oils and resting it on top of the drink alongside a thin wheel of orange on the rim.

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