Honey Cardamom Gin Collins

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-07 · Updated 2026-06-07

A floral and subtly spiced gin Collins that balances honey sweetness with zesty lemon and aromatic cardamom. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey and 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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.75 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• 3 cardamom pods, crushed
• 2 oz club soda

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Bruise 3 crushed cardamom pods lightly in the palm of your hand and add them to a cocktail shaker without ice.
2. Step 2: Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz honey syrup.
3. Step 3: Add ice cubes to the shaker until about three-quarters full and shake vigorously for 15 seconds to infuse cardamom flavor.
4. Step 4: Double strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes to remove cardamom pieces.
5. Step 5: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine.
6. Step 6: Garnish with a thin lemon wheel slid onto the rim and a lightly crushed cardamom pod on top of the ice.