CITRUS-BLOSSOM GIN FIZZ

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Categories     Fruit Juice     Gin     Alcoholic     Blender     Citrus     Cocktail Party     Party     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Citrus-blossom syrup
2 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 tablespoon loosely packed fresh lemon verbena leaves (optional)
1 orange
1 lemon
2 teaspoons orange-flower water*
Drinks
6 cups ice cubes, divided
1/2 cup gin, divided
1/2 cup whipping cream, divided
4 large egg whites, divided
4 tablespoons lemon juice, divided
Freshly ground nutmeg
Fresh lemon verbena sprigs (optional)

Steps:

  • For syrup:
  • Mix 2 cups water, sugar, and lemon verbena, if desired, in medium saucepan. Using vegetable peeler, remove peel (colored part) from orange and lemon; add peel to saucepan. Bring sugar mixture to boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat to medium and simmer 5 minutes. Cool completely. Stir in orange-flower water. (Can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  • For drinks:
  • Combine 6 tablespoons syrup, 3 cups ice, 1/4 cup gin, 1/4 cup cream, 2 egg whites, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice in blender. Blend until smooth and foamy. Divide among 4 glasses. Repeat with 6 tablespoons syrup and remaining ice, gin, cream, egg whites, and juice. Sprinkle drinks with nutmeg; garnish with lemon verbena sprigs, if desired.
  • **Market tip:**Lemon verbena is sold at nurseries and some farmers' markets. *A flavoring extract; available in the liquor aisle or baking section of some supermarkets and at liquor stores.

Asghsr Veer
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I can't wait to try this cocktail with different types of gin. I think it would be really good with a floral gin.


Momin hosen
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This is a great cocktail to make for a crowd. It's easy to batch and everyone seems to love it.


Azhar iqbal Azhar iqbal
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I love the presentation of this cocktail. It's so elegant and festive.


hasinur islam
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This cocktail is perfect for a brunch or garden party.


Lauren Hembree
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I'm not sure I did something wrong, but my cocktail didn't turn out as fizzy as I expected.


Michelle Gliss
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I made this cocktail for my friends last night and they loved it! It's definitely a new favorite.


Mac Cheese
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This is a great cocktail for a hot summer day. It's so refreshing and easy to make.


Mahlatse Mashilo
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I'm not a big fan of gin, but I loved this cocktail! The citrus flavors really balance out the gin.


rahab wanjiru
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I had this cocktail at a party last night and it was amazing! I can't wait to try making it at home.


Bears
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This cocktail is a bit too sweet for me, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes sweeter drinks.


Omeiyase Iyase
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I was a bit skeptical about the combination of gin and citrus, but I was pleasantly surprised! This cocktail is so refreshing and flavorful.


Winfrida Duba
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This is the best gin fizz I've ever had! The citrus flavors are so well-balanced and the fizz is perfect.


Joseph Njane
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I love the combination of gin, lemon, and grapefruit in this cocktail. It's so unique and delicious!


Mandi Updates
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This gin fizz is the perfect drink for a summer party! It's light, refreshing, and has a beautiful citrus flavor.