I make the Lavender Rose Gin Fizz when I want a refreshing, floral drink with a creamy foam.
Using simple tools and quality ingredients, the process is easy and gives great results.
Add gin, lemon juice, lavender syrup, rose syrup, and egg white to a shaker (no ice).
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds (dry shake) to blend and boost foam.
Add ice to the shaker and shake again for 15 seconds (wet shake) to chill the mix.
Strain mixture through a Hawthorne and fine mesh strainer into a tall glass.
Top with the chilled club soda, pouring gently down the side to keep the foam.
Let the foam rise and use a spoon to help hold it at the top if needed.
Garnish with a few dried lavender buds or rose petals. Serve right away.
Notes
When I make this cocktail, I use pasteurized egg whites for safety.If you do not want to use eggs, use 2 tablespoons of aquafaba (liquid from chickpeas) instead of the egg white.The syrups are easy to make at home with sugar, water, and either dried lavender or food-grade rose petals.Adjust the amount of syrup if you want it sweeter or lighter.For the best taste, I always serve the Gin Fizz immediately while the foam is fresh.I store leftover syrup in the fridge for up to two weeks in a clean jar.