Gin Spritzer (Strawberry Gin Cocktail)
This Gin Spritzer is like a sparkly, strawberry gin lemonade! This strawberry gin cocktail is stacked with the fresh flavors of strawberry, citrus, gin, and bubbly sparkling water. It’s light, fruity, and immensely refreshing!
Servings: 1
Calories: 187kcal
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Simple Syrup:
- 1 ⅓ cup roughly chopped strawberries
- 1 ⅓ cup water
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- Scant ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
For Kelly's Gin Spritzer:
- 1 ½ ounce gin
- 2 ounces strawberry simple syrup
- Orange or plain sparkling water to fill
- Thinly sliced orange, lemon, and lime (for garnish if desired)
Instructions
Make the Strawberry Simple Syrup
- Add the strawberries, water, granulated sugar, and salt to a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally and allow the water to come to a boil.
- As soon as the sugar dissolved, remove it from the heat and allow the mixture to steep, about 1 to 1 ½ hours.
- Place a fine-mesh sieve over a large bowl or measuring pitcher and strain the strawberries. Discard the berries or save them for another use.
- Stir in the lime juice (if using), transfer to a storage container, and refrigerate until ready to use.
Make the Cocktail:
- In a small measuring pitcher or shaker, add the gin and the simple syrup. Stir and set aside.
- If using a citrus garnish, lay the fruit slices flat against the side of a 16-ounce highball glass and fill with ice as you go to keep it in place.
- Pour the gin mix over the ice and top with sparkling water. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
The strawberry simple syrup recipe makes about 2 cups (enough for 6-8 cocktails).
Nutrition
Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 212mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 42g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 2mg