Citrus-Blossom Gin Fizz
Citrus-Blossom Gin Fizz is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Mix 2 cups water, sugar, and lemon verbena, if desired, in medium saucepan.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
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Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionMix 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.).
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.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.