Citrus Ginger Pollinated Green Tea Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

A refreshing cocktail combining green tea, fresh citrus, and a hint of ginger for a bright, invigorating drink perfect for game day or social gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together green tea bags, water, fresh lemon 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.

Ingredients

• 2 green tea bags
• 1 cup water
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz fresh orange juice
• 1 oz ginger syrup
• 2 oz gin
• 2 oz club soda
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 for garnish lemon wheel
• 4 leaves for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Boil 1 cup water and steep 2 green tea bags for 3 minutes until fragrant and lightly colored. Remove tea bags and let tea cool to room temperature.
2. Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 1 oz ginger syrup, and 1 cup ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
3. Step 3: Fill a tall glass with ice and strain the cocktail mixture into the glass. Add 2 oz club soda and gently stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel and 4 fresh mint leaves for a bright aromatic finish. Serve immediately.