Herbal Gin Blossom Fizz
A refreshing gin cocktail accented with elderflower and fresh herbs, topped with sparkling water for effervescence. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together gin, elderflower liqueur, 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
- 1.75 oz gin
- 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 2 oz sparkling water
- 1 lemon wheel
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker, gently muddle 4 fresh basil leaves with 1/2 oz simple syrup to release aroma.
- Step 2: Add 1.75 oz gin, 3/4 oz elderflower liqueur, and 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
- Step 3: Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 4: Double strain into a tall Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz sparkling water, stirring gently once to combine.
- Step 6: Garnish by floating 1 thin lemon wheel on top and lightly slap a basil leaf to release fragrance, resting it against the glass rim.
