Grenadine Fizz

The Grenadine Fizz is an easy-to-make mixed drink and a variation of a Gin Fizz made with vodka, grenadine, and lemon juice, topped with soda water. it’s built in a highball glass filled with ice cubes. In our recipe, we garnish the drink with a lemon wedge (or lemon twist) and a sprig of mint.

It’s a great drink to serve at any casual get-togethers, 80s retro parties, or any sunny day in the spring and summer.

You’ve got the tangy zing of the lemon juice dancing with the sweet notes of the grenadine, while the vodka provides a smooth and solid base. And of course, the soda water brings all these flavors together in a wonderful fizzy symphony!

“It’s just like a classic (Vodka) Collins, y’know? You get that refreshing-taste of a Collins. The vodka is there, the lemon is there but a slight undertone of sweet, sweet pomegranate. It’s a really nice drink and simple to make,” adds Ricardo ‘Rico’ Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador.

The history of the Grenadine Fizz is unclear, however it was a popular drink during the 1980s and more than likely a drink that was born in the mid-late 20th century.

It belongs to the “fizz” family of cocktailswhich dates back to the 19th century and is inspired by the older sours cocktail family. A typical fizz is made with a spirit base, together with citrus juice, sugar and carbonated water.

The Gin Fizz, believed to be the first of its kind, appeared in a cocktail book in 1876. Vodka grew in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s, which would have given birth to a Vodka Fizz, where bartenders simply swapped gin for vodka to create the drink. The Grenadine Fizz most likely appeared a couple of decades later.

• Make your own own grenadine
  There’s grenadine and then there’s the syrupy, overly-sweet stuff you can find in supermarkets. If you’ve never had homemade grenadine, you’ve never tasted how grenadine should taste.In the video, Rico shows how to make grenadine from scratch. Yes, it’s messy but it’s worth it because the difference it will make to your drink is incredible.See the FAQ section at the bottom to see how to make homemade grenadine or watch the video above.
• Use fresh lemon juice
  The simpler the cocktail and the fewer the ingredients, the more important it is to use high-quality ingredients – there’s nowhere to hide! Ditch the bottled lemon juice from the supermarket and go for freshly squeezed lemons.You’ll get that sharp, acidic “bite” that perfectly cuts through the sweetness of the grenadine, and fresh lemon juice is the only way to achieve it.

• Gin Fizz
  Without the Gin Fizz a Grenadine Fizz wouldn’t exist! It’s the fizz that created all other fizz drinks. Made with gin, lemon juice, simple syrup and soda water, it’s a classic. Discover the recipe for a classic Gin Fizz.
• Silver Fizz
  The Silver Fizz uses the same recipe as a Gin Fizz but with the addition of egg white to give the drink a frothy head and sumptuous mouthfeel. Here’s how to make a Silver Fizz.
• Vodka Fizz
  Prefer vodka to gin? Make a Vodka Fizz! Our recipe for a Vodka Fizz gives the classic fizz a tropical makeover. It mixes vodka instead of gin like a Grenadine Fizz, together with pineapple juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup, topped with soda. A must-sip for the summer! Check out the recipe for a Vodka Fizz.
• Ramos Gin Fizz
  The Ramos Gin Fizz is arguably the most well-known variation of the Gin Fizz, famous for its towering foam head and the challenge it presents, requiring 12 minutes of vigorous shaking.With additions like heavy cream, lime juice, orange blossom water, and egg white, it takes a classic Gin Fizz to a whole new level. Take a look at our drink recipe for a Ramos Gin Fizz.

• We recommend serving the Grenadine Fizz in a highball glass, which is the perfect glass when you’re drink has lots of ice and you’re topping up with soda water. Plus, it’s a great glass to use when you want to show off the layers or colors of your drink. And those neon colors from the grenadine and definitely worth showing off! 
• To garnish, place a lemon wedge directly into your glass. If you prefer, you can opt for a lemon twist. To make a lemon twist, use a peeler to slice off a thin strip of lemon peel, then wrap it around a straw to form a spiral shape. 
• To add a nice herbal elements and some extra visual flair, add a sprig of mint.