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Gin Fizz

Fun Fact 💡

This drink was famously featured in the 1887 *Bartender's Guide*, known for its refreshing fizz and light, frothy head.

Base: Gin
Complexity: Medium
Flavor: Sour
Season: Summer
Ingredients 🍋
  • 2 oz (60 mL) Gin
  • 1 oz (30 mL) Lemon Juice
  • 0.75 oz (22.5 mL) Simple Syrup
  • 1 Egg White (Optional)
  • Soda Water
  • Ice
Instructions 📜
  1. 1

    Combine gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and egg white (if using) in a shaker.

  2. 2

    Dry shake (without ice) to emulsify the egg white.

  3. 3

    Add ice and shake again until well-chilled.

  4. 4

    Strain into a highball glass.

  5. 5

    Top with soda water and stir gently.