Skyline Citrus Fizz
A crisp, layered cocktail inspired by Chicago's iconic skyline, with bright citrus notes and a smoky finish. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon 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 "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 gin
- 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz clear cranberry juice
- 0.25 oz simple syrup
- 1 lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz gin, 0.75 oz elderflower liqueur, 0.5 oz fresh-squeezed lemon juice, and 1 oz clear cranberry juice.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until the tin is frosty cold. Strain into a chilled coupe glass filled with large ice cubes.
- Step 3: Float 0.25 oz simple syrup on top of the drink using a bar spoon.
- Step 4: Garnish with a lemon twist, expressing the oils over the surface before placing it on the rim.
