Gin Fizz co*cktail Recipe with Cranberry and Orange - Whisked Away Kitchen (2024)

This spiced Gin Fizz co*cktail features homemade simple syrup, fresh orange juice and one egg white. The egg white balances the sweetness and gives the co*cktail a smooth texture and deliciously frothy topping!

Move over gin and tonic, I’ve met my new favorite co*cktail: the Gin Fizz. In our Gin Fizz recipe, the classic co*cktail gets a festive makeover with the addition of fresh orange juice and a homemade spiced cranberry simple syrup, crowned with a luscious, frothy egg white topping!

Gin Fizz Ingredients

A traditional Gin Fizz recipe calls for gin, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, egg white and soda water. This festive Gin Fizz variation gets a makeover by replacing the lemon juice with orange juice and using a spiced cranberry simple syrup. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Gin
• Orange juice
• Spiced Cranberry Simple Syrup
• Egg white
• Soda water

And while a classic Gin Fizz is garnished with a lemon slice, we like to use cranberries and star anise for this holiday-inspired version!

A note on egg whites. The co*cktail’s smooth, frothy texture comes from the egg white. When properly handled, the risks of consuming egg whites in co*cktails are minimal. That being said, we still like to use pasteurized eggs. The pasteurization process kills bacteria, but also results in a less flavorful egg. For us the benefits outweigh the costs, but you can decide for yourself! And if you can’t find pasteurized eggs, we’ve found that boxed liquid egg whites work well (although we do need to shake them a bit longer).

Step By Step Instructions

How to Make Spiced Cranberry Simple Syrup

To make the simple syrup, start by heating the water and sugar over low heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and then toss in your spices and cranberries — fresh and frozen both work well!

Simmer the mixture over medium-low heat for about 15 minutes or until most of the cranberries burst. Use the back of your spoon to mash any unburst berries. Now just strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth and let it cool to room temperature before using!

How to Make a Gin Fizz co*cktail

This gin fizz co*cktail recipe can be made in three easy steps:

1. Combine the gin, orange juice, spiced simple syrup and egg white in a co*cktail shaker. Dry shake (this just means without ice) the mixture rigorously.
2. Add ice and shake. Continue shaking until well-chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a glass, top with soda water and enjoy!

A Gin Fizz with egg white is typically served in a highball or Collins glass, but I opted for a coupe glass here for a more festive presentation.

Expert Tips

• Use fresh orange juice. Freshly squeezed orange juice will give this Gin Fizz recipe a brighter flavor.
• Chill the glasses.Place empty glasses in the freezer for 15-30 minutes before using to ensure your co*cktail stays nice and cold. If you’re short on time, try adding ice water to the glass for a few minutes and then pouring it out before making the co*cktail.
• Use pasteurized egg whites. If you’re concerned about using raw egg whites, you can use pasteurized egg whites, which have been treated to prevent the risk of foodborne illnesses.
• Adjust sweetness to taste.Control the sweetness of your drink by adding more or less simple syrup.

co*cktail Variations

And if you’re looking to switch things up, make sure to try out these Gin Fizz variations:

• Sloe Gin Fizz. A Sloe Gin Fizz is made with sloe gin, which is made from sloe berries. Sloe gin can be sweeter than regular gin, so adjust the simple syrup to taste.
• Ramos Gin Fizz. A Ramos Gin Fizz (also called a New Orleans Fizz) is a Gin Fizz variation that includes heavy cream, egg white and orange flower water.

Loving this gin fizz? For more co*cktail inspiration, check out these recipes:

• Chocolate Martini
• Harvest Moon | spiced apple cider rum co*cktail
• Honey Absinthe Mojito
• Vin d’Orange | winter citrus fortified wine
• Fruit Infused Vodka
• Cranberry Mors Drink (for the best vodka cranberry!)

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