Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler
A delicate, lightly sweetened green tea cocktail with floral jasmine notes and effervescent soda for a refreshing finish. This cocktails & drinks ready in about 6 minutes brings together Gin, Honey syrup (1:1 honey to water), Fresh lemon 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 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
- 3 oz Jasmine green tea (strong brewed, chilled)
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 1/2 oz Honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1/2 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz Club soda
- enough to fill glass Ice cubes
- 1 for garnish Lemon twist
- 1 small for garnish Edible flower
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to halfway. Add 1.5 oz gin, 3 oz chilled jasmine green tea, 1/2 oz honey syrup, and 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice.
- Step 2: Shake gently for 8 seconds to blend and chill without diluting too much.
- Step 3: Strain into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon to mix.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lemon twist expressed over the drink and an edible flower floated on top for visual appeal.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler?
Refrigerate any leftover fizzy jasmine green tea cooler in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Fizzy Jasmine Green Tea Cooler?
Cocktails & Drinks cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
