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Gin Spritz Cocktail

The Gin Spritz Cocktail is a refreshing drink perfect for warm weather, featuring botanical gin, sparkling water, and optional elderflower liqueur.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 cocktails
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 ounces gin
  • 3 ounces sparkling water
  • 1 ounce elderflower liqueur optional
  • 1 ounce fresh lemon juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh fruit slices like lemon, cucumber, or berries
  • Fresh herbs like mint or basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Shaker or stirring glass
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Cocktail glass
  • Bar spoon or straw for stirring

Method
 

  1. Start by collecting all your ingredients.
  2. Take your cocktail glass and fill it with ice cubes.
  3. Using a jigger, measure out 2 ounces of gin.
  4. If you're using elderflower liqueur, add 1 ounce to the glass.
  5. Measure and pour in 1 ounce of fresh lemon juice.
  6. Top off the mixture with 3 ounces of sparkling water.
  7. Using a bar spoon or straw, give your cocktail a gentle stir.
  8. Add fresh fruit slices and herbs to your drink for garnish.

Notes

Experiment with different fruits and herbs to customize your cocktail.