Dorchester Cocktail

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-15 · Updated 2026-04-15

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A balanced gin drink with honeyed lemon and sparkling finish, perfect for relaxed evenings. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup 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 150 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Global cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz (60 ml) gin
0.75 oz (22 ml) fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz (15 ml) honey syrup
3 oz (90 ml) club soda
1 lemon twist

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Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz honey syrup with ice cubes. Shake for 15 seconds until well-chilled.
Step 2: Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 3: Top with 3 oz club soda and gently stir to combine. Express lemon twist over the drink and drop into the glass for a citrus aroma.