Name: Gin Fizz · Cocktail recipe
Prep time: 4 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 30 ml lemon juice; 15 ml Simple Syrup; Approx. 120 ml Soda Water, to top

Drink type Servings

Measurement system

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Gin Fizz

Description

The Gin Fizz dates back to the late 19th century and was a popular drink in New Orleans. It is a variation of the traditional sour, featuring gin, citrus, sugar, and soda water to create a light and fizzy experience.

This cocktail was especially famous in the early 20th century, with variations such as the Ramos Gin Fizz becoming widely known.

Ingredients

60 ml Gin
30 ml lemon juice
15 ml Simple Syrup
Approx. 120 ml Soda Water, to top

Equipment needed

Cocktail Shaker – Used to shake the base ingredients. Fine Mesh Strainer – Used to strain into the glass.

Instructions

Measure into a shaker: 60 ml Gin, 30 ml lemon juice, 15 ml Simple Syrup. Add ice, seal the shaker and shake hard until the outside feels cold.
Strain into chilled tall glasses without ice. Leave space for the soda water.
Pour slowly over the drink to preserve the bubbles: Approx. 120 ml Soda Water, to top. Serve immediately while the drink is still fizzy.