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Gin Fizz Cocktail Drink

Gin Fizz Recipe

Gavin Wrigley Written by Gavin Wrigley
5 from 1 vote
Get the party started with our easy Gin Fizz recipe! With Gin, lemon juice, and club soda, this fizzy drink is a hit for any get-together.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Calories: 229

Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz Gin
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz club soda
  • 1 egg white - for frothiness, optional
  • Lemon zest
  • Ice cubes

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker
  • Measuring Jigger
  • Highball Glass
  • Strainer

Instructions

  • Prep Glass: Fill your highball glass with ice cubes.
  • Add Egg White: If you're using it, add 1 egg white for frothiness.
  • Add Simple Syrup: Add 1 oz simple syrup to the mix.
  • Add Lemon Juice: Measure and pour 1 oz fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
  • Add Gin: Pour 2 oz Gin into the shaker.
  • Shake Well: Shake the ingredients vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
  • Shake with ice: Ice up the shaker and shake again for about the same time.
  • Strain: Strain the mixture into the highball glass over fresh ice.
  • Top with Club Soda: Add 1 oz club soda to the glass.
  • Garnish: Place a lemon zest.

Notes

Substitutes:

  • Gin: If you're out of Gin, vodka can be a good substitute. It will make the drink less botanical but still delicious. I've also used rum for a tropical twist.
  • Lemon Juice: Lime juice works if you're out of lemons. The flavor profile changes, but it's still a great drink.
  • Simple Syrup: If you don't have simple syrup, you can dissolve sugar in hot water to make your own. Alternatively, honey or agave syrup can add a unique sweetness.

Making a Pitcher of Gin Fizz:

  • Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8, except for the club soda. Add the club soda individually to each glass when serving.
  • Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the Gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Stir well.
  • Serve: Pour the mixture into individual ice-filled highball glasses, top with club soda, and serve immediately.

Making it Non-Alcoholic:

  • Gin Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic gin substitute that mimics Gin's botanical flavors quite well.
  • Proceed As Usual: Use the non-alcoholic gin substitute and follow the original steps to enjoy a non-alcoholic version.

Making it Vegan:

  • Egg White Substitute: If you're vegan and still want the frothiness, use aquafaba (chickpea water). It works surprisingly well as a frothing agent.