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Ramos Gin Fizz

Ramos Gin Fizz is a creamy citrus gin cocktail with a light, frothy texture and a refined refreshing profile. It suits occasions where the drink should feel distinctive, polished and carefully made.

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Cocktailalcoholic9.2% ABV7 ingredients

At a Glance

408 kcalCalories
9.2%ABV
22.8gSugar
24.2gCarbs
1.11Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderateshaken drink

Why: 7 ingredients, shaken drink, uses cream, uses egg white, requires shaker

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

Tools:Cocktail Shaker

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

  1. Prepare all the ingredients on the counter to be able to work well and quickly, especially the cream and egg white.
  2. Pour all the ingredients into a shaker.Shaken
  3. Shake vigorously for 1 minute: cream and egg white must be mixed perfectly, so don't rush.Shaken
  4. Now open the shaker and put some ice and shake for 1-2 minutes.Shaken
  5. It depends on how long you can resist!
  6. Pour into a Highball glass, add a splash of soda and garnish to taste.Pour
  7. Ramos Gin Fizz was once drunk as an invigorating drink or even as a breakfast, try it as an aperitif and after dinner and you will discover a little gem now lost.

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Shaken
Served Chilled

Taste

What does Ramos Gin Fizz taste like?

Ramos Gin Fizz is a longer, more refreshing style of drink. Bubbles, citrus, mixer or dilution help make it easier to sip than a short spirit-forward cocktail.

Primary flavours

Citrus

Supporting notes

SparklingSweetVanillaBotanical

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Noticeably sweet
  • Full-bodied

What do these dimensions mean?

Practical notes

When to choose it

How to decide if Ramos Gin Fizz is right for you

Ramos Gin Fizz is a good fit when you want a longer, colder and easier-drinking cocktail. Choose it for refreshment rather than intensity. The listed serve is about 9.2% ABV, so strength is part of the decision.

Skip if

Skip Ramos Gin Fizz if...

Skip Ramos Gin Fizz if you want a short, intense or spirit-forward cocktail. Longer refreshing drinks are built for cold drinkability rather than concentrated strength.

About this drink

The Ramos Gin Fizz is strongly associated with New Orleans and Henry C. Ramos, who served it at the Imperial Cabinet Saloon in the late 1880s. Its long shake, cream, egg white and orange flower water explain why it became famous as much for technique as for flavor.

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus and sparkling notes.
  • CelebrationSuggested from its sparkling 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-FreeVegetarian

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

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Gin4.5 cL

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

Lemon Juice3 cl

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

Sugar Syrup3 cl

SugarWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Dissolve well before serving or muddle/shake hard; start with about 1 teaspoon sugar per 1/4 oz syrup.
What changes
Sugar can replace simple syrup if it fully dissolves, but it adds less water.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Agave SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first, then adjust to taste.
What changes
Agave syrup can replace simple syrup, especially in tequila or mezcal drinks, but it adds an earthy agave note.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Demerara SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount, but avoid in very delicate drinks unless you want the darker flavor.
What changes
Demerara syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, darker sugar note is welcome.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Honey SyrupWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use slightly less at first; honey syrup can dominate delicate drinks.
What changes
Honey syrup can replace simple syrup when a richer, floral sweetness is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Maple SyrupNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use less at first and avoid in delicate citrus or clear drinks unless you want maple flavor.
What changes
Maple syrup can replace simple syrup in darker or whiskey-style drinks, but it is not a neutral swap.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Cream6 cl

Half-And-HalfWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; expect less richness.
What changes
Half-and-half can replace cream when a lighter drink is acceptable.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Soda Water2 cl

Carbonated WaterGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Carbonated water is usually a close substitute for soda water.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Club SodaGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Club soda is usually a close substitute for soda water.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Sparkling WaterGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Sparkling water is usually a close substitute for soda water.
Vegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
Tonic WaterNot a neutral swap
How much to use
Use only if you want a tonic-style drink.
What changes
Tonic water is not a neutral replacement for soda water; it adds bitterness and sweetness.
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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Frequently asked questions

Can I make a Ramos Gin Fizz at home?
Yes. The Ramos Gin Fizz uses 7 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.