Name: Gin Fizz Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 4 min
Yield: 1 serving
Ingredients: 60 ml Gin; 30 ml lemon juice; 15 ml Simple Syrup; Soda Water to top

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
Soda Water to top

Equipment needed

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

Instructions

Shake gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice.
Strain into a chilled glass.
Top with soda water and serve.

Recommended glassware

Collins Glass (recommended)

A tall straight-sided glass perfect for long refreshing cocktails.

300–410 ml Tall, straight-sided, narrower than a highball.

Best for: Mojito, Tom Collins, Paloma, Gin Fizz, long refreshing cocktails.

Garnish: Excellent for mint sprigs, lime wedges, citrus wheels, and straws.

Highball Glass

A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.

Also works well.

240–350 ml Tall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.

Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.

Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.

Quick facts

4 mins Easy Approx. 11% ABV 1.6 units 150 kcal Ice Batch friendly