Violet Gin Fizz

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Crème de violette and lavender bitters bring floral flavors to this simple spring cocktail.

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Juliana Hale
Juliana Hale
Juliana Hale
Juliana Hale is a culinary specialist with over 20 years of experience in recipe testing and development. She works closely with Allrecipes, Better Homes & Gardens, Forks Over Knives, Midwest Living, and Traditional Home both in the test kitchens and with her stories.
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Updated on March 20, 2024
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Two Violet Gin Fizz cocktails ona brass tray.
Prep Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
5 mins
Servings:
2
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Ingredients

  • ice as needed

  • 1 1/2 fluid ounces gin

  • 1 large pasteurized egg white, or 2 tablespoons aquafaba (liquid from canned chickpeas)

  • 3/4 fluid ounce lemon juice

  • 3/4 fluid ounce simple syrup

  • 1/2 fluid ounce crème de violette

  • 2 dashes lavender bitters (optional)

  • 1 1/2 fluid ounces chilled club soda

  • 2 lemon wheels, for garnish

Directions

  1. Fill a cocktail shaker half full with ice. Add gin, egg white, lemon juice, simple syrup, crème de violette, and bitters. Cover and shake until outside of shaker is frosted, about 30 seconds.

  2. Strain into a measuring cup; discard ice. Return cocktail to shaker; cover and shake until pressure builds and mixture starts to emulsify, about 45 seconds.

  3. Pour club soda into a glass. Slowly strain cocktail into glass, allowing foam to rise. Garnish with lemon wheel.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

231 Calories
3g Fat
41g Carbs
7g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 231
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 4%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 93mg 31%
Sodium 47mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 41g 15%
Dietary Fiber 9g 34%
Total Sugars 17g
Protein 7g 14%
Vitamin C 180mg 200%
Calcium 106mg 8%
Iron 2mg 14%
Potassium 514mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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