Cocktails

New Orleans Gin Fizz

New Orleans Gin Fizz is an alcoholic cocktail built on Gin. It leans citrus and tart. Shaken and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 9.7% ABV and roughly 300 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic9.7% ABV6 ingredients

At a Glance

300 kcalCalories

9.7%ABV

20.3gSugar

26.9gCarbs

1.46Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 6 ingredients, shaken drink, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozJuice of a LemonJuice
2.0 ozJuice of a LimeJuice
1.0 ozPowdered SugarSweetener
1.0 ozEgg WhiteEgg Or Foamer
2.0 ozGinBase Spirit
1.0 ozLight creamDairy Or Cream

Contains an egg ingredient. Prepare with a fresh, safe egg; those who should avoid raw egg may prefer to skip it.

How to Make It

Shake with ice and strain into Highball glass with two ice cubes.Shaken
Fill with carbonated water and stir.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Cubed ice
Method: Shaken

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Supporting notes

Sweet Botanical

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

AcidityFlat – Crisp

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

BoldnessDelicate – Bold

Bright and citrusy
Full-bodied
Fruity and vibrant

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-SugarVegan

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Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Juice Of A Lemon2.0 oz

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes: Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Juice Of A Lime2.0 oz

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes: Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Powdered Sugar1.0 oz

Superfine SugarWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Dissolve well; sweetness may need a small adjustment.
What changes: Superfine sugar can replace powdered sugar in many shaken drinks.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Gin2.0 oz

VodkaKnown variation

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect less juniper and botanical aroma.
What changes: Vodka can replace gin when you want a cleaner, less botanical drink, but it usually changes the cocktail identity.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Light Cream1.0 oz

Half-And-HalfWorks, with a noticeable change

How much to use: Use the same amount.
What changes: Half-and-half can replace light cream when a slightly lighter texture is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Heavy CreamWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use slightly less at first if the drink becomes too heavy.
What changes: Heavy cream can replace light cream when a richer, thicker texture is acceptable.

Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a New Orleans Gin Fizz?: The New Orleans Gin Fizz is a cocktail made with 6 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 9.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What does a New Orleans Gin Fizz taste like?: New Orleans Gin Fizz has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a New Orleans Gin Fizz?: The New Orleans Gin Fizz has an ABV of approximately 9.7%. That's approximately 1.46 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 300 kcal, 20.3g sugar, 26.9g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a New Orleans Gin Fizz typically served?: New Orleans Gin Fizz is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a New Orleans Gin Fizz?: If you enjoy New Orleans Gin Fizz, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a New Orleans Gin Fizz at home?: Yes. The New Orleans Gin Fizz uses 6 ingredients, making it more involved to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of New Orleans Gin Fizz with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.