Ray-Ban Refresher
A bright and effervescent gin-based cocktail, blending Tanqueray Gin with fresh lime juice and an aromatic lemongrass syrup, topped with club soda for a truly refreshing experience.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tanqueray Gin
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Lemongrass Syrup
- 2 oz Club Soda
Instructions
- Combine Tanqueray Gin, fresh lime juice, and lemongrass syrup in a shaker with ice.
- Shake briefly (5-10 seconds) until well chilled.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with 2 oz (60ml) club soda.
- Garnish with a lemongrass stalk and a lime wheel.
Glassware: Highball Glass
Garnish: Lemongrass Stalk and Lime Wheel
History
While the Gin Fizz originated in the 19th century as a variation of the sour, adding soda water for effervescence, this riff injects an aromatic, modern twist with lemongrass, keeping its vibrant and refreshing spirit alive.