Shaken Citrus Honeydew Fizz
A bright and refreshing cocktail combining the mellow sweetness of honeydew melon with zesty lime and a fizzy finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Honeydew melon juice, Fresh lime 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 Honeydew melon juice
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 3/4 oz Honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
- 1.5 oz Gin
- 2 oz Club soda
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz honeydew melon juice, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, and 1.5 oz gin.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled halfway with ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz of club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin slice of honeydew melon placed on the rim and a sprig of fresh mint tucked beside it.
