Gin Fizz
Gin, fresh lemon and simple syrup shaken hard and topped with a splash of soda. Sharp, sparkling and one of the great morning-after classics.
11.5% ABVMediumCocktails
Easy
Difficulty
4 min
Time
143 Cal
Calories
Flavor profile
Gin
Strength
Sweet
Sour
Bitter
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Soda WaterA splash
- Lemon(optional)1
- Gin1 ½ oz
- Lemon Juice1 oz
- Simple Syrup¼ oz
Ingredient substitutions
No exact bottle on the shelf? These swaps keep Gin Fizz close to the original.
Instead of Soda Water
- Lemon-Lime Soda— sweeter, citrusy
- Tonic Water— adds a bittersweet edge
Instead of Gin
- Old Tom Gin— slightly softer and sweeter
- Vodka— cleaner, less botanical
Instead of Lemon Juice
- Lime Juice— sharper, greener
Instead of Simple Syrup
- Agave Syrup— cleaner sweetness
- Honey Syrup— floral sweetness
Instructions
Shake all ingredients with ice cubes, except soda water.
Pour into glass.
Top up with soda water.
Garnish with lemon slice, optional lemon zest.
Pairs well with
Effervescent lemon froth refreshes between rich, buttery mouthfuls:
- Gruyère gougères
- Smoked salmon tea sandwiches
- Lemon butter shrimp skewers
- Kettle chips
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