Citrus Green Tea Gin Fizz
A sparkling gin fizz built on citrus green tea, fresh lemon, and a float of orange liqueur—bright, botanical, and irresistibly refreshing.
Gin and citrus green tea are a natural pair—the tea's lemon-orange brightness amplifies gin's botanical character, creating a base that tastes like a garden in a glass.
Infuse the gin with citrus green tea for just one hour. The tea's catechins add a subtle tannic grip that gives the cocktail backbone, while the citrus oils perfume the spirit without making it bitter.
The orange liqueur float (Cointreau or Grand Marnier) adds a silky sweetness that rounds out the sharpness of the lemon juice. Pour it over the back of a spoon so it layers on top before the first sip.
For a mocktail version, replace the gin with cold-brewed citrus green tea concentrate and skip the orange liqueur—use a splash of orange juice and sparkling water instead. Every bit as bright, just without the buzz.
Ingredients
- 45 ml gin
- 1 citrus green tea bag
- 20 ml fresh lemon juice
- 15 ml simple syrup
- 15 ml orange liqueur (Cointreau)
- Sparkling water
- Lemon twist and orange peel for garnish
How to make it
- 1Infuse gin: add tea bag to gin in a sealed jar for 1 hour. Remove bag.
- 2Add infused gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
- 3Shake vigorously for 10 seconds until well chilled.
- 4Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- 5Top with sparkling water. Float orange liqueur over the back of a spoon.
- 6Garnish with a lemon twist and a strip of orange peel.
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