Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz
A delicate fizz cocktail featuring aromatic Earl Grey tea, fresh lemon, and a hint of warming cardamom with crisp gin and sparkling water. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together gin, fresh lemon juice, Earl Grey tea syrup 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 140 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
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz Earl Grey tea syrup
- 2 oz sparkling water
- a pinch ground cardamom
- as needed ice cubes
- 1 lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes and pour in 1.5 oz gin, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz Earl Grey tea syrup.
- Step 2: Add a pinch of ground cardamom to the shaker and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until frosty and well mixed.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a chilled highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Top with 2 oz sparkling water and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing effervescence.
- Step 5: Garnish by expressing a lemon twist over the surface to release oils and resting it curled on the rim of the glass.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz take to make?
Total time is about 6 minutes (6 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz?
Refrigerate any leftover spiced earl grey gin fizz in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Spiced Earl Grey Gin Fizz?
Cocktails cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
