Shaken Honey-Ginger Citrus Sparkler

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-24 · Updated 2026-06-24

A bright and effervescent cocktail combining the warmth of ginger with fresh citrus and a touch of honey, perfect for uplifting any occasion. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, and 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 170 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.

Ingredients

• 2 oz gin
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.75 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey and water)
• 0.5 oz ginger liqueur
• 2 oz club soda
• as needed ice cubes
• 1 for garnish lemon wheel
• 1 for garnish thin fresh ginger slice

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz honey syrup, and 0.5 oz ginger liqueur.
2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold to the touch.
3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled Collins glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
4. Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing fizz.
5. Step 5: Garnish by placing a lemon wheel on the rim and a thin slice of fresh ginger inside the glass resting against the side.