If you like bright citrus flavours, this Lemonade Gin Refresher is an easy cocktail to make at home.
It combines Florida Syrups Lemonade syrup with gin, elderflower liqueur and freshly carbonated water for a crisp, fizzy drink with a floral finish. The recipe also works well for summer garden parties, brunches or a simple evening drink.
Florida Syrups Lemonade is suitable for use with SodaStream and similar home carbonation systems, which makes this cocktail quick to prepare once your water is carbonated.
How Do You Make a Lemonade Gin Refresher?
The recipe is simple and takes only a few minutes to prepare.
Ingredients – Makes 1 Serving
- 30ml Florida Syrups Lemonade syrup
- 50ml gin
- 15ml elderflower liqueur
- Freshly carbonated water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices
- Fresh mint
Optional: add a small splash of tonic water if you want a stronger botanical flavour.
Method
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add the Lemonade syrup, gin and elderflower liqueur.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Top up with freshly carbonated water.
- Add a lemon slice and a sprig of mint.
- Serve immediately.
The result is a light, citrus-led cocktail with gin botanicals, elderflower and plenty of fizz.
Can You Make This Cocktail with SodaStream?
Yes.
Carbonate the water first using your SodaStream or similar home carbonation machine. Then use the freshly carbonated water to top up the cocktail.
Do not add the cocktail ingredients to the carbonation bottle before fizzing. Instead, carbonate plain water first and build the drink separately in the glass.
That gives you more control over the finished drink and keeps the preparation simple.
What Does a Lemonade Gin Refresher Taste Like?
The drink combines several complementary flavours.
Florida Syrups Lemonade adds the citrus base, while the gin contributes botanical notes. Elderflower adds a light floral character, and the carbonated water keeps the finished drink fresh and fizzy.
As a result, the cocktail is bright and refreshing without needing a long list of ingredients.
Make It Your Own
One of the advantages of a simple gin and lemonade cocktail is how easily you can customise it.
Try one of these variations:
- Add cucumber – lightly crush a few cucumber slices before adding the other ingredients.
- Use pink gin – this adds a berry note as well as extra colour.
- Add lavender – use a small amount for a more floral finish.
- Try fresh thyme – this works well if you prefer a more herbal flavour.
Start with small amounts when adding herbs or other strong flavours. You can always add more, but it is much harder to remove them once they dominate the drink.
How to Make a Non-Alcoholic Lemonade Refresher
You can also turn this recipe into an alcohol-free summer drink.
Ingredients
- 30ml Florida Syrups Lemonade syrup
- Freshly carbonated water
- Ice
- Lemon slices
- Fresh mint
- Optional cucumber or fresh herbs
Method
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add 30ml of Lemonade syrup.
- Top up with freshly carbonated water.
- Stir gently.
- Garnish with lemon and mint.
For a more cocktail-style version, you can also use an alcohol-free gin alternative or an alcohol-free elderflower drink.
What Food Goes Well with a Lemonade Gin Refresher?
The bright citrus and botanical flavours work particularly well with lighter foods.
Try serving it with:
- Grilled prawns
- Smoked salmon
- Light appetisers
- Canapés
- Lemon tart
- Elderflower cake
These were also among the pairings suggested in the original recipe.
Why Use Florida Syrups Lemonade?
Florida Syrups Lemonade gives you a concentrated citrus flavour that works well both in fizzy drinks and cocktails.
You can use it with SodaStream and similar home carbonation systems, or use a measured amount directly in recipes such as this Lemonade Gin Refresher.
Because the syrup is concentrated, you can also adjust the flavour slightly depending on how citrus-forward you want the finished cocktail to taste.
We develop and manufacture Florida Syrups in-house in North East England, including product development, blending, filling and bottling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Florida Syrups Lemonade with SodaStream?
Yes. Carbonate the water first, then add the carbonated water to your drink.
How much Lemonade syrup goes into this cocktail?
This recipe uses 30ml of Florida Syrups Lemonade syrup per serving.
Can I use pink gin instead?
Yes. Pink gin works well and adds a berry note to the drink.
Can I leave out the elderflower liqueur?
Yes. You can make the drink with Lemonade syrup, gin and carbonated water if you prefer a simpler cocktail.
Can I make this recipe alcohol-free?
Yes. Leave out the gin and elderflower liqueur, then combine Florida Syrups Lemonade with carbonated water, ice, lemon and mint. You can also use alcohol-free alternatives if you want a more cocktail-style drink.
Can I prepare the drink in advance?
It is best to prepare it shortly before serving so the carbonated water stays fizzy.
Try the Lemonade Gin Refresher at Home
This recipe combines a classic gin and lemon pairing with elderflower and freshly carbonated water.
Use 30ml Florida Syrups Lemonade syrup, 50ml gin and 15ml elderflower liqueur, then top up with fizz and garnish with lemon and mint.
For an alcohol-free version, simply leave out the alcohol and use carbonated water as the base.
Explore Florida Syrups Lemonade and try your own variation at home.
