Classic Gin Fizz
Classic Gin Fizz
Ingredients
For the Gin Fizz
- 8 fluid ounces gin
- 4 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice
- 3 fluid ounces simple syrup
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, optional
- 8 fluid ounces soda water, chilled
- ice, as needed
For Garnish
- 4 lemon twists
- 4 maraschino cherries, optional
Instructions
- 1
Combine the gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, egg whites, and optional orange blossom water in a cocktail shaker. Ensure no ice is in the shaker at this stage.
⏱️ 1 min
- 2
Perform a 'dry shake' by vigorously shaking the mixture (without ice) for about 15-20 seconds. This emulsifies the egg whites and creates a rich, frothy texture.
⏱️ 1 min
- 3
Add plenty of ice to the shaker. Perform a 'wet shake' for another 15-20 seconds until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
⏱️ 1 min
- 4
Strain the mixture evenly into four chilled highball or Collins glasses, ensuring the frothy head is distributed.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Slowly top each glass with chilled soda water, pouring gently to maintain the frothy head and allow it to rise.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Garnish each Gin Fizz with a lemon twist and an optional maraschino cherry. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 3 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Classic Gin Fizz
Ingredients
For the Gin Fizz
- 8 fluid ounces gin
- 4 fluid ounces fresh lemon juice
- 3 fluid ounces simple syrup
- 4 large egg whites
- 1 teaspoon orange blossom water, optional
- 8 fluid ounces soda water, chilled
- ice, as needed
For Garnish
- 4 lemon twists
- 4 maraschino cherries, optional
Instructions
- 1
Combine the gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, egg whites, and optional orange blossom water in a cocktail shaker. Ensure no ice is in the shaker at this stage.
⏱️ 1 min - 2
Perform a 'dry shake' by vigorously shaking the mixture (without ice) for about 15-20 seconds. This emulsifies the egg whites and creates a rich, frothy texture.
⏱️ 1 min - 3
Add plenty of ice to the shaker. Perform a 'wet shake' for another 15-20 seconds until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
⏱️ 1 min - 4
Strain the mixture evenly into four chilled highball or Collins glasses, ensuring the frothy head is distributed.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Slowly top each glass with chilled soda water, pouring gently to maintain the frothy head and allow it to rise.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Garnish each Gin Fizz with a lemon twist and an optional maraschino cherry. Serve immediately and enjoy!
⏱️ 3 min