LEMON-GIN GRANITA

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Provided by Rosie Schaap

Categories     cocktails, dessert

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/4 cup honey
1 tbsp. lemon juice
1 tsp. lemon zest
3/4 cup floral gin (I like Nolet's)

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over medium heat, bring honey, lemon juice and 1 cup water to a boil, whisking until honey dissolves. Remove from heat and whisk in zest and gin. Pour mixture into a shallow dish. Freeze for 1 hour, then stir with a fork. Freeze for 40 minutes more, then rake with fork, repeating every 40 minutes until granita is icy and slushy (about 3 hours total). Serve in cocktail glasses.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 175, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 18 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 2 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams

Charles hacker
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I'm not a big fan of gin, but I loved this granita. The lemon flavor really shines through.


Rojaiye Timileyin
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This granita is on my list of things to make this summer.


Chibueze Okolo
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I can't wait to try this granita. It looks so delicious.


Moaiva Khan
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This is the best granita I've ever had. It's so smooth and flavorful.


Romshenko
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. This granita is now my go-to summer dessert.


Muhammad Maroof
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This granita is the perfect make-ahead dessert. You can make it a day or two ahead of time, and it will still be delicious.


Jowie Jowie
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I love the tartness of the lemon in this granita. It's so refreshing.


Samira Mahamed
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This granita is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Aelowz
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I love the fact that this granita is made with real fruit. It's so much healthier than other granitas that are made with artificial flavors.


Paul Agyemang duah
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This granita is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover lemons.


Kelly Ward
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I made this granita for a brunch party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!


Harun Mozumder
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This granita is the perfect way to end a meal. It's light and refreshing, and it helps to cleanse the palate.


Caitlyn Boquet
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I love the texture of this granita. It's so smooth and creamy.


Anees Ejaz
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This is the perfect summer dessert. It's light and refreshing, and it's not too sweet.


Aramco Forklift
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I've made this granita several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Farooq Mari
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This granita is so easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover gin.


Qadiijo Chanal
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I love the combination of lemon and gin in this granita. It's so unique and delicious.


Abigail Burgin
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This lemon gin granita was a huge hit at my summer party! It's so refreshing and flavorful, and the perfect way to cool down on a hot day.