Citrus Chill Gin Fizz

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-14 · Updated 2026-07-14

A refreshing, bubbly gin cocktail with bright citrus notes and a smooth, frothy finish perfect for warm evenings. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together London dry gin, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water) 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 "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz London dry gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 3/4 oz simple syrup (2:1 sugar to water)
• 2 oz club soda
• 1 small egg white
• 1 slice lemon wheel

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Add 2 oz London dry gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz simple syrup, and 1 small egg white into a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Dry shake vigorously for 20 seconds to emulsify the egg white and create froth.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker until nearly full and shake again for 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz chilled club soda.
6. Step 6: Gently stir once with a bar spoon to combine without losing carbonation.
7. Step 7: Garnish by expressing a lemon wheel over the surface to release oils and then place it on the rim of the glass.