Citrus-Spiced Gin Blossom Fizz
A refreshing and effervescent gin cocktail brightened with fresh citrus and a touch of aromatic spices for complexity. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together London dry gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower 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 140 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
- 1.5 oz London dry gin
- 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/4 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- a pinch ground cardamom
- 1 lemon wheel
- enough to fill shaker ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz London dry gin, 3/4 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz elderflower liqueur, 1/4 oz simple syrup, and a pinch of ground cardamom to the shaker.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 4: Strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish by floating 1 thin lemon wheel on the surface, slightly twisted to release oils.






