Citrus-Honey Gin Fizz
A bright and bubbly cocktail blending floral gin with fresh citrus and a touch of honey for a refreshing fizz. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey and 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 160 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 oz gin
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 2 oz club soda
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
- 1 slice for garnish lemon wheel
- 1 sprig for garnish fresh mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz gin, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 oz honey syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Slowly top with 2 oz club soda, giving a gentle stir with a bar spoon to combine without losing carbonation.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a lemon wheel on the rim and tucking a fresh mint sprig alongside it.
