Cocktails
Gin Fizz
Gin Fizz is a bright, citrusy gin cocktail with a refreshing, lightly sparkling character. Served cold, it works well when the drink needs to feel lively, approachable and easy to keep drinking.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 4 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker
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Ingredients
- 2 ozGinBase Spirit
- Juice of 1/2LemonFruit
- 1 tspPowdered sugarSweetener
- to tasteCarbonated waterMixer
How to Make It
- Shake all ingredients with ice cubes, except soda water.Shaken
- Pour into glass.Pour
- Top with soda water.Top
Why it works
Why the Gin Fizz works
The drink works by combining gin, citrus and sweetness into a sour-style base, then using bubbles to make it more refreshing. Botanical gin notes fit naturally with lemon and soda.
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Cubed ice
- Method
- Shaken
Serving tips
Serving tips
Serve immediately after adding soda so the drink keeps its fizz. Use enough ice and dilution to make the citrus feel crisp rather than sharp.
Taste
What does a Gin Fizz taste like?
A Gin Fizz is bright, citrusy, lightly sweet and sparkling. It usually feels softer than a straight sour because soda water adds lift and length.
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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About this drink
The Gin Fizz belongs to the older fizz family: a sour lengthened with carbonated water. Fizzes became especially popular from the late 19th century into the early 20th century, with New Orleans becoming famous for more elaborate versions such as the Ramos Gin Fizz.
When to serve
- SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.
- Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
- CelebrationSuggested from its sparkling notes.
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Diet & lifestyle
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Reviewed ingredient substitutions
Gin2 oz
Powdered Sugar1 tsp
Carbonated Waterto taste
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I make a Gin Fizz at home?
- Yes. The Gin Fizz uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.