Citrus-Blossom Summer Fizz

This refreshing Citrus-Blossom Gin Fizz is the perfect summertime cocktail. The citrus-scented sugar syrup, infused with lemon verbena and orange peel, adds a delightful twist to the classic gin fizz. With a hint of orange-flower water and a sprinkle of freshly ground nutmeg, this cocktail is light, airy, and bursting with floral and citrus flavors. It's a delightful way to elevate your cocktail game and impress your guests at any gathering.

Citrus-Blossom Summer Fizz

A refreshing and floral gin fizz with citrus-scented sugar syrup, orange-flower water, and a hint of nutmeg.

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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon loosely packed fresh lemon verbena leaves (optional)
  • 1 strip of orange peel
  • 1 strip of lemon peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon orange-flower water
  • 3/4 cup ice
  • 1 tablespoon gin
  • 1 tablespoon whipping cream
  • 1/2 large egg white
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Pinch of freshly ground nutmeg
  • Fresh lemon verbena sprig (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, and lemon verbena leaves. Add the orange and lemon peels using a vegetable peeler. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Let the syrup cool completely and stir in the orange-flower water.
  2. In a blender, combine 6 tablespoons of the syrup, 3 cups ice, 1/4 cup gin, 1/4 cup cream, 2 egg whites, and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Blend until smooth and foamy.
  3. Pour the mixture into a glass and sprinkle with freshly ground nutmeg. Garnish with a sprig of fresh lemon verbena, if desired. Repeat for additional servings.