Citrus Fizz Mocktail

Celebrate citrus season with a mocktail that’s all about fresh flavors and fizzy fun. Bright, frothy, and bursting with citrusy goodness, this drink is as fun to make as it is to sip. The Citrus Fizz Mocktail leaves out the gin (or vodka) and instead combines citrus juices, a touch of maple syrup, and egg whites for a non-alcoholic drink that’s anything but ordinary. Whether you’re sticking with mocktails or just looking for a refreshing twist, the Citrus Fizz is a must-try.

How to Make a Citrus Fizz

1. Add the egg white, maple syrup, grenadine, lemon juice, and orange juice to a shaker.
2. Using a hand frother, froth the ingredients with the egg white, or dry shake.
3. Add ice and shake again.
4. Strain into a tall glass and top with soda water.

What is a Citrus Fizz

Believe it or not, the Citrus Fizz Cocktail is an official thing, though recipes vary from place to place. It’s kind of like a gin fizz, but with citrus added. It usually uses gin, but some swap it for vodka. The Citrus Fizz also uses egg white for that classic frothiness. There’s some kind of citrus juice, usually lemon and lime, as well as a sweetener. I kept the basic principles but ditched the booze.

Citrus Fizz Ingredients

Egg White

Egg whites are what make cocktails silky and frothy. You could omit, but the texture and appearance will be very different.

Maple Syrup

For just a touch of warmth and sweetness. Use honey or homemade simple syrup instead.

Grenadine

Grenadine is a non-alcoholic syrup used by tons of bar tenders. If you don’t have grenadine, you can combine simple syrup with pomegranate juice or pomegranate molasses. Some people also use the syrup from a maraschino cherry jar if you happen to have those lying around.

Orange and Lemon Juice

If it’s not fresh squeezed, we don’t want it! You’ll especially be able to tell the difference without the booze.

Soda Water

Soda water is basically the same thing as club soda, with a little less mineral content. For this citrus fizz mocktail, add any kind of carbonated soda water you prefer. For unflavored, I love Topo Chico or Fever Tree.

Tips for Making the Best Citrus Fizz

• Make sure you double shake your egg white cocktail. The first shake is a dry shake that froths up the egg white. The second shake with ice dilutes the mocktail.
• Make sure not to add the soda water in the cocktail shaker so it doesn’t explode. Just top off your mocktail with it at the end.
• Always use fresh squeezed citrus juice for your mocktails and cocktails. You’ll really be able to taste the difference when there’s no alcohol involved.
• Treat your Citrus Fizz mocktail like a cocktail. By this I mean add a cute garnish, stir it gently with ice like a bartender would, drink it when socializing or at the end of a long day. There’s no reason why a mocktail can’t play the same role as an alcoholic cocktail.

Why You’ll Love This Citrus Fizz Mocktail

• Unique non-alcoholic drink: Adding the egg white seriously makes this mocktail feel like a fancy cocktail. You won’t even miss the alcohol.
• Customizable: You can switch up this recipe by using a different flavored syrup instead of maple syrup and/or grenadine based on what’s in season or what you have on hand.
• The perfect Dry January drink: If you’re just taking a temporary break of alcohol, this Citrus Fizz Mocktail still feels like a special (and healthy) drink for after work or relaxing on the weekends.

Citrus Fizz Variations

• Add bitters to balance the sweetness and acidity, like in this Bitter Citrus Soda.
• Use different fruit juices. Swap the orange juice for pomegranate or pineapple juice.
• If you like this egg white mocktail, try my Meyer Lemon N/A Sour.