Ginger-Lime Fizz Refresher
A lively and crisp cocktail featuring zesty lime and spicy ginger fizz for vibrant summer sipping. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Gin, Fresh lime juice, Ginger 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz Ginger syrup
- 2 oz Soda water
- as needed Crushed ice
- 1 thin slice Fresh ginger slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with crushed ice. Add 1.5 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds until the shaker is cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with fresh crushed ice.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz soda water and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to integrate.
- Step 5: Garnish by floating a thin slice of fresh ginger on top and placing a lime wheel on the rim.
