Green Citrus Fizz
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Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 3.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1.50 fl oz Tonic water
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first 3 ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled Collins glass
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Top with tonic water
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Garnish with orange slice
Cocktail Description
Imagine the cooling jolt of alpine herbs married with bright citrus—this is the Green Citrus Fizz, a cocktail that drinks like a mountain meadow in summer.
The Green Citrus Fizz combines the complex botanical profile of Chartreuse Green with fresh orange juice, creating a sophisticated sweet-and-herbal foundation that's punctuated by the spicy depth of Angostura bitters. The addition of tonic water brings effervescence and subtle bitterness that lifts the drink, making it refreshing yet intriguingly complex. This cocktail strikes an excellent balance between accessibility and uniqueness—it's straightforward to make but delivers flavors that feel special and unexpected. Perfect for late afternoon gatherings or as an aperitif, it shines during warm weather but provides a welcome reminder of sunshine during colder months. The Green Citrus Fizz pairs beautifully with Mediterranean dishes, particularly those featuring olives, feta, and fresh herbs, though it also stands up nicely to spicier fare like Thai or Mexican cuisine.
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