I love making drinks that are simple but still taste fresh and exciting.
This Lime Ginger Fizz recipe gives you a fizzy, citrusy drink with just the right amount of spice from the ginger and a burst of lime. It’s easy to make and doesn’t take much time.
When I want to serve something refreshing to friends or family, this is one of my go-to recipes.
You only need a few ingredients and some ice, and you can have a tasty drink ready in minutes.
If you want a drink that balances sweet, tart, and a little bit of zing, you’ll like this recipe.
Lime Ginger Fizz Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- I need a cocktail shaker to mix the ingredients well.
- A jigger helps me measure the liquids so the flavors are balanced.
- I use a muddler to press the fresh ginger and lime, which brings out the taste and juice.
- A fine mesh strainer keeps out small bits when pouring into the glass.
- I recommend a tall glass like a highball or Collins glass for the final drink.
- I also make sure to use a long stirring spoon to mix after adding soda.
- A hand juicer or citrus press helps get the most juice from the limes.
- Having a sharp knife and cutting board is important for slicing fresh lime and ginger.
- I like to have a few extra glasses in case I am making more than one drink.
Ingredients
For a single Lime Ginger Fizz, I gather the following:
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1.5 oz simple syrup
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz ginger juice or 1 small chunk fresh ginger peeled and sliced
- 3-4 oz club soda or sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Lime slices and fresh mint leaves for garnish
Fresh lime juice gives the drink its main flavor.
Instructions
- First, I add the fresh ginger and lime juice to the cocktail shaker.
- I muddle them together for about 30 seconds to release the flavors.
- Next, I pour in the simple syrup and vodka if using.
- After closing the shaker tightly, I shake it well for 10–15 seconds.
- I then strain the mix into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
- I slowly top the glass with club soda or sparkling water.
- Using a long spoon, I stir gently to combine everything.
- For garnish, I place a slice of lime or a sprig of mint on top.
- The drink should look clear with bubbles rising to the surface, and it will have a fresh lime and ginger aroma.
Notes
Tasting Notes
When I taste the Lime Ginger Fizz, the first thing I notice is the scent of fresh lime.
It smells bright and inviting, with a hint of spicy ginger.
The drink looks clear and slightly bubbly in the glass.
The lime juice brings a sour punch that wakes up my taste buds.
The ginger is warm but not overpowering, blending smoothly with the sharpness of the lime.
I find that the bubbles from the soda water make each sip feel crisp and clean.
If I let the drink sit on my tongue, I notice a gentle sweetness.
It comes from the simple syrup but does not cover up the natural flavors.
The aftertaste is fresh, and I am left with a light tingle from the ginger.
Substitute
Sometimes I just don’t have all the original ingredients for a Lime Ginger Fizz. It’s honestly pretty common to swap some parts of the recipe and still end up with a good drink.
For the ginger syrup, if fresh ginger’s missing from my kitchen, I mix honey with a bit of ground ginger instead. It gives the drink this sweet, cozy warmth that’s actually kind of nice.
Out of lime juice? Lemon juice steps in as a replacement. The result’s a little less sharp, maybe, but still really refreshing.
There are times I don’t feel like using soda water. I’ll grab plain sparkling water, or even ginger ale if I’m craving more ginger flavor.
If I’m going for a non-alcoholic version, I just skip the vodka and add more soda water or maybe a splash of apple juice.
Messing around with different swaps sometimes helps me stumble on new flavors I didn’t even know I’d like in my Lime Ginger Fizz.
