Cocktail
Diamond Fizz
How to make a Diamond Fizz - the elegant Gin Fizz with champagne instead of soda. A fizzy, festive recipe with lemon and sugar syrup.
5 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Champagne fluteGlass
1Serving(s)
The Diamond Fizz is the luxurious version of the Gin Fizz: instead of plain soda water, champagne goes into the glass. This makes the drink fizzy, festive and elegant - perfect for special occasions.
Instructions
- Add gin, lemon juice and sugar syrup to the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into a chilled champagne flute.
- Carefully top up with well-chilled champagne or sparkling wine.
- Garnish with a lemon zest and serve.
Garnish: Lemon zest
Pro tip: Chill the champagne flute beforehand - this keeps the Diamond Fizz fizzy for longer and the bubbles last better.
Frequently asked questions
What sets the Diamond Fizz apart from the Gin Fizz?
For the Diamond Fizz, champagne is used to top up instead of soda water, making the drink more festive and refined.
Which sparkling wine is best?
A dry brut champagne or a good grower's sparkling wine is ideal, since the drink is already slightly sweet from the syrup.
Can I make the Diamond Fizz without a shaker?
You can also stir the gin, juice and syrup vigorously in a glass with ice, but a shaker creates more foam and freshness.
Ingredients
- Gin5 cl
- Lemon juice, freshly squeezed2 cl
- Sugar syrup1.5 cl
- Champagne or dry sparkling wine to top upas needed
- Ice cubesas needed
