Gin Fizz
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One of the most classic gin cocktails is the gin fizz! The first mention of a fizz was back in 1876, and they became popular in America in the 1900's to 1940's. The gin fizz is tart and classy, featuring lemon, gin, simple syrup, and an egg white foam topping.
Ingredients
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2 ounces gin
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1 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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3/4 ounce simple syrup
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1 egg white (about 1/2 ounce)
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Club soda, to top (about 1 ounce)
Directions
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Add the gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and egg white to a shaker and vigorously dry-shake (without ice) for about 15 seconds.
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Add 3 or 4 ice cubes and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
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Double-strain into a chilled Collins glass and top with club soda.
Base Spirit: Gin
