Citrus Route Optimizer
A refreshing, vibrant citrus cocktail inspired by the idea of optimizing your journey with zesty flavors and a smooth finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, and orange liqueur 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 gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz grapefruit juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz orange liqueur, 1/2 oz grapefruit juice, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosted.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
- Step 5: Garnish by expressing a wide strip of lemon and grapefruit peel over the surface, twisting to release oils, then rest it on the rim.
