Citrus-Scented Gin Fizz with Fresh Basil

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A bright and refreshing gin fizz enhanced with fresh basil and zesty citrus notes for a garden-fresh twist. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together London dry gin, Fresh lemon juice, and Simple syrup (1:1 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle 5 fresh basil leaves to release their aroma.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz London dry gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz simple syrup into the shaker.
  3. Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim, then shake vigorously for 12 seconds until frosty.
  4. Step 4: Double strain the mixture into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz of club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing carbonation.
  6. Step 6: Garnish by slapping a fresh basil leaf between your hands to release oils and place it on top of the drink.

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