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Shaken · one serving

Gin Fizz

A carefully balanced shaken classic led by gin, with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup.

Short answer

Gin Fizz is a shaken cocktail made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water. A carefully balanced shaken classic led by gin, with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup. Follow the one-serving recipe below for exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 5 minutes.
Time5 min
MethodShaken
GlassHighball
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

Gin Fizz ingredients

Use the original amounts for one serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

Gin Fizz ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Gin45 ml4.5 cl1.5 oz3 parts
Lemon Juice30 ml3 cl1 oz2 parts
Simple Syrup15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part
Soda Water60 ml6 cl2 oz4 parts

Garnish: Lemon wheel

Method

How to make Gin Fizz

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a chilled highball and prepare lemon wheel.

  2. 02

    Measure 45 ml gin, 30 ml fresh lemon juice, 15 ml simple syrup into a clean shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker two-thirds full with large, fresh ice cubes and seal it firmly.

  4. 04

    Shake hard for 10–15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker is frosted.

  5. 05

    Strain over fresh ice, top slowly with 60 ml soda water, and stir once.

  6. 06

    Add lemon wheel neatly and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does Gin Fizz taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (4/5) and sweetness (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness3 / 5
Bitterness0 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness4 / 5

Quick answers

Gin Fizz questions

What is in a Gin Fizz?

Kokto’s build uses gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water.

How long does a Gin Fizz take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 5 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a Gin Fizz prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a highball. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a Gin Fizz alcohol-free?

No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.

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Evidence

Sources & editorial note

The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.

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