Sparkling Floral Citrus Fizz
A bright and bubbly cocktail combining fresh citrus, floral notes, and effervescent sparkle for a refreshing sip. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, elderflower liqueur 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
- 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 piece lemon twist
- 1 small edible flower
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes and pour in 1.5 oz gin, 0.75 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.5 oz elderflower liqueur, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until well chilled and the shaker feels frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz club soda gently to preserve the bubbles.
- Step 5: Express a wide lemon twist over the glass surface by twisting it to release the oils, then rest it on the rim.
- Step 6: Garnish with an edible flower floated on top for a delicate floral presentation.
