Simple Ouzo lemon drink–the Greek Fizz

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Simple Ouzo lemon drink–the Greek Fizz

A chilled glass of Ouzo Lemon Drink (I call it the Greek Fizz) is the best thing you can drink this summer. This simple, refreshing and citrusy cocktail blends the anise-flavored magic of ouzo with the tangy brightness of lemon, making it the ultimate Greek summer drink. If you love trying ouzo cocktail recipes, this is one you don’t want to miss!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: aperitif, Drinks

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean

Servings: servings

Calories: 178kcal

Author: Makos

Ingredients

2 oz ouzo
0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
0.5 oz Honey or simple syrup or the equivalent sweetener of choice
3 oz Sparkling lemonade or Sprite or soda water, see note#1
3 Spearmint leaves or mint or thyme
5 large ice cubes
Lemon wheel and spearmint leaves for garnish

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Instructions

Tear the spearmint leaves with your hands and transfer them into a jar or cocktail shaker. Then, add the ouzo, lemon juice and honey.
Close with a lid and shake well until the honey is dissolved.
Fill a tall glass with 5-6 ice cubes and strain the ouzo mixture over the ice.
Top with sparkling lemonade, soda water or sprite.
Garnish with a lemon slice and a sprig of spearmint.

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Notes

Note #1: If you use sparkling water or soda water, double the amount of fresh lemon juice and honey.
Nutrition facts are calculated using diet (sugar-free) lemonade
Alcohol content about 13% ABV.

Drink this cocktail on its own or pair it with mezze such as these extra crispy fried zucchini chips, this easy baked octopus in foil, or these Greek Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves with rice).

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