New Orleans Fizz
This classic mixed drink New Orleans Fizz has a very light, sour citrus flavor that allows the gin to shine through.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 ounces gin
- dash of lemon or lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon superfine sugar
- 1 egg white (optional)
- soda water
- maraschino cherry for garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
- Pour the gin, juice, sugar, and egg white into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously. More than usual if using the egg white to ensure it is mixed thoroughly with the other ingredients.
- Strain into a chilled highball glass with ice cubes.
- Top off with soda water.
- Garnish with a cherry.