Electoral Vote Citrus Fizz

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-08 · Updated 2026-06-08

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A bright and effervescent citrus cocktail that balances zesty lemon and lime with a hint of herbal complexity, perfect for celebration or reflection. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, fresh lime 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.

Prep: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 oz gin
0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz fresh lime juice
0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
0.5 oz simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
2 oz club soda
enough to fill glass crushed ice
1 for garnish thin lemon wheel
1 for garnish fresh mint sprig

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 1.5 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
Step 3: Fill a highball glass with crushed ice and strain the mixture over the ice.
Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon to combine without losing carbonation.
Step 5: Garnish by placing a thin lemon wheel on top and nestling a fresh mint sprig beside it for aroma and color.