Spiced Citrus Instagram Fizz
A bright and effervescent cocktail blending zesty citrus with a hint of warming spice, perfect for lively social moments. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, orange 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 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
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur
- 3/4 oz ginger syrup
- 2 oz club soda
- 1 slice lemon wheel
- a pinch ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 1/2 oz orange liqueur, and 3/4 oz ginger syrup.
- Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker feels cold and frosty.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a tall Collins 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 carbonation.
- Step 5: Dust a pinch of ground cinnamon over the top and garnish by placing a lemon wheel on the rim, slightly twisted to release oils.
