French Bon Citrus Fizz
A refreshing fizzy cocktail combining crisp citrus with a touch of sweetness and sparkling bubbles, inspired by the French word 'bon' meaning 'good'. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, lemon juice, and 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 150 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz gin
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 lemon wheel, for garnish
- 1 fresh mint sprig, for garnish
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Add 1.5 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur, and 1/2 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz chilled club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing carbonation.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a lemon wheel on the inside rim and a fresh mint sprig rested beside it.
