Gin and Citrus Herb Focaccia Bread

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

Soft, fragrant focaccia infused with gin and fresh herbs, topped with lemon zest and sea salt for a bright, savory bread. This Italian-inspired recipe, ready in about 115 minutes, brings together all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, warm water 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 230 calories and feeds 8, 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

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 1/4 tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
• 1 1/2 cups, about 110°F warm water
• 1/4 cup gin
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tbsp for drizzling extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh rosemary
• 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest
• for topping coarse sea salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, dissolve 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast and 1 tbsp honey in 1 1/2 cups warm water (about 110°F). Let sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2. Step 2: Add 4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup gin, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 1/2 tsp sea salt flakes, 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme to the yeast mixture. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Step 3: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 425°F. Lightly oil a 9x13-inch baking pan and press the dough evenly into the pan with your fingers, creating dimples across the surface.
5. Step 5: Drizzle 2 tbsp olive oil over the dough, sprinkle 1 tbsp fresh lemon zest and coarse sea salt evenly on top.
6. Step 6: Bake the focaccia for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from oven and cool slightly before slicing and serving.