Shaken Citrus Startup Sparkler

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-02 · Updated 2026-06-02

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A bright and refreshing cocktail blending citrus and a touch of sweetness, perfect for celebrating new ventures and fresh ideas. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, and fresh orange juice 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 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz gin
1 oz fresh lemon juice
1 oz fresh orange juice
3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
2 oz club soda
as needed ice cubes
1 piece orange twist

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Instructions

Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, and 3/4 oz honey syrup.
Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
Step 3: Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange twist over the surface to release oils, then rim the glass with it and drop it in as garnish.