Citrus-Mint Sparkler with Elderflower Liqueur
A refreshing cocktail combining bright citrus juices with floral elderflower liqueur and fresh mint for a sparkling drink perfect for warm evenings. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, elderflower liqueur, 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 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
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- 3 oz club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 slice lemon wheel
- 1 mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 8 fresh mint leaves gently to release aroma but not shred them.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz gin, 1 oz elderflower liqueur, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice. Top with 3 oz chilled club soda and stir gently to combine.
- Step 4: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel on the rim and 1 sprig of fresh mint for an inviting aroma and presentation.








