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Sweet, Sour, and Refreshing — The Gin Fizz Has It All
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Sweet, sour, and refreshing in perfect balance
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A simplified version of the Ramos Gin Fizz
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Even better with homemade soda water
The Gin Fizz cocktail traces its roots back to 19th-century America. Essentially, the Gin Fizz is very similar to a Collins cocktail, with one key difference: the soda water is traditionally dispensed from a soda siphon, creating the intense effervescence that gives the drink its name.
Like the Collins, the Gin Fizz stands out for its simplicity. It combines the bold character of Damrak Gin or Bols Genever, the freshness of lemon juice, a touch of sweetness, and the lively sparkle of soda water. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
How to Make a Gin Fizz
There is a good reason why the Gin Fizz has remained so popular over the years. It ticks all the boxes. The recipe offers a perfect balance of sweetness, acidity, and freshness, all supported by a generous measure of gin. Best of all, it is incredibly easy to make, whether you're behind the bar or at home.
Gin Fizz Ingredients
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50 ml Damrak Gin
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30 ml Fresh Lemon Juice
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15 ml Sugar Syrup
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Top up with soda water from a soda siphon
Glassware and Tools
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Highball glass
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Cocktail shaker
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Jigger
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Strainer
Gin Fizz Recipe
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Add all ingredients except the soda water to a cocktail shaker.
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Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
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Strain over fresh ice into a Collins or highball glass.
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Top up with soda water from a soda siphon.
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Garnish with a lemon wheel.
The History of the Gin Fizz
The history of the Gin Fizz is closely linked to that of the Ramos Gin Fizz. In fact, the Gin Fizz can be seen as a simplified version of that famous cocktail.
Like many classic cocktails, the Ramos Gin Fizz was born in New Orleans, the cradle of American cocktail culture. It was created in 1888 by bartender Henry C. Ramos at the Imperial Cabinet Bar and was originally known as the New Orleans Fizz.
Shortly afterward, Ramos opened his own bar, The Stag, where the cocktail became immensely popular. According to contemporary accounts, the bar employed up to 20 bartenders just to keep up with demand for the Ramos Fizz. During Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, that number reportedly increased to as many as 35 bartenders.
In the 1920s, journalist Don Higgins of The New Orleans Item-Tribune persuaded Henry C. Ramos to reveal the original recipe under conditions of strict secrecy. When Ramos passed away in September 1928, the newspaper published the recipe, proclaiming it one of New Orleans’ greatest cultural treasures.
The recipe was later trademarked and promoted by the Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans, helping the Ramos Gin Fizz gain popularity throughout the United States and eventually around the world.
Homemade Soda for Your Gin Fizz
Today, many bartenders enjoy making their own flavored soda water. The process is surprisingly simple.
Start by infusing water with fruits, vegetables, herbs, or spices to create your desired flavor profile. Once infused, use a soda siphon and soda cartridges to carbonate the water. Both are widely available from specialty kitchen stores and online retailers.
Homemade soda allows you to add a unique signature touch to your Gin Fizz.
Elevate Your Gin Fizz Recipe
Damrak Gin is known for its rich citrus character, particularly its prominent orange notes. This opens the door to countless creative variations.
For example:
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Replace the sugar syrup with cinnamon syrup for a warm, spicy twist.
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Shake the cocktail with fresh basil for a vibrant herbal character.
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Better yet, combine both ideas by creating a basil-cinnamon syrup.
To make a basic cinnamon syrup, gently heat sugar and water with a few cinnamon sticks. Once the syrup is ready, let it steep with the cinnamon sticks for one to two hours before removing them. Then blend the syrup with fresh basil for an aromatic and distinctive flavor.
The result is a unique take on the Gin Fizz that beautifully complements the citrus-forward profile of the gin.
