Citrus Dream Gin Fizz
This refreshing Citrus-Blossom Gin Fizz is a delightful combination of citrus flavors, gin, and a touch of cream, creating a smooth and foamy texture with a hint of nutmeg. The citrus-scented sugar syrup adds a sweet and aromatic touch to this classic cocktail, making it a perfect choice for any occasion.
Citrus Dream Gin Fizz
A refreshing and foamy citrus cocktail with gin, cream, and a hint of nutmeg, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon loosely packed fresh lemon verbena leaves (optional)
- 1/4 orange
- 1/4 lemon
- 1/4 teaspoon orange-flower water
- 3/4 cup ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon gin
- 1 tablespoon whipping cream
- 1/2 large egg white
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- Freshly ground nutmeg
- Fresh lemon verbena sprig (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, mix water, sugar, and lemon verbena leaves. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the peel from the orange and lemon, adding it to the saucepan.
- Bring the sugar mixture to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Then, cool the mixture completely and stir in the orange-flower water.
- Combine 6 tablespoons of the syrup, 3 cups of ice, 1/4 cup of gin, 1/4 cup of cream, 1/2 of an egg white, and 1/2 tablespoon of lemon juice in a blender. Blend until smooth and foamy.
- Divide the mixture among the glasses and repeat the process with the remaining ingredients, then sprinkle the drinks with nutmeg and garnish with a lemon verbena sprig, if desired.