Honey-Basil Gin Fizz with Fresh Lemon

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A bright and refreshing gin fizz enhanced with aromatic basil and natural honey sweetness, perfect for a sunny afternoon. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey to 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 160 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.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails & Beverages cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle 4 fresh basil leaves with 3/4 oz honey syrup to release the basil’s aroma.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 oz gin and 1 oz fresh lemon juice to the shaker, then fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
  3. Step 3: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
  4. Step 4: Double strain into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes to remove basil bits.
  5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and gently stir once to combine.
  6. Step 6: Garnish by lightly bruising a fresh basil sprig and placing it upright in the glass, then add a thin lemon wheel on the rim.

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