Mediterranean Fig and Rosemary Cooler
A lightly sweetened herbal cooler featuring fresh figs and rosemary, balanced by lemon and a splash of sparkling water. This Mediterranean recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, fig 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 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
- 1.5 oz gin
- 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz fig syrup
- 1 fresh rosemary sprig
- 2 oz sparkling water
- 1 fresh fig slice
- as needed ice cubes
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing glass, muddle one fresh rosemary sprig gently to release aroma.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, and 1 oz fig syrup with ice cubes to the mixing glass.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and combine.
- Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass filled with large clear ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz sparkling water and stir once lightly.
- Step 6: Garnish by placing a fresh fig slice on the rim and a small rosemary sprig resting on the ice.
