Lemon-Gin Citrus Highball

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

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A bright, zesty cocktail that combines gin’s botanicals with lemon-lime soda for a refreshing, sparkling sip ideal for summer gatherings. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, lemon-lime soda, ice 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 170 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: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 170 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz gin
4 oz lemon-lime soda
fill glass ice

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes until it is three-quarters full.
Step 2: Pour 2 oz gin into the glass and let it sit for 10 seconds to cool the ice.
Step 3: Top with 4 oz lemon-lime soda and gently stir for 25 seconds until the soda’s bubbles are evenly distributed and the drink feels cool and effervescent.