Blood Orange Gin Fizz

A seasonal sensation, blood orange stars in this unique and vibrant take on the classic Gin Fizz.

Ingredients

Honey Clove Simple Syrup -

• ½ cup (120ml) honey
• ½ cup (120ml) water
• 1 tsp whole cloves, toasted

Blood Orange Cocktail -

• 1 (155g) blood orange, halved, sliced into 1/2" pieces
• 90ml gin
• 2 cups (260g) ice cubes
• 60ml prosecco or other sparkling wine

Directions

For the Simple Syrup:

• Place the honey, water, and toasted cloves into a small saucepan and simmer for 5 minutes. Chill completely. Save 45ml of syrup for the cocktail and store the rest in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

For the Cocktail:

• Place blood orange slices, gin, simple syrup, and ice into the Aer® Disc Container and secure the lid.
• Start the blender on its lowest speed, then increase to its highest speed.  Blend for 40 seconds, using the tamper to push ingredients toward the blades.
• Strain into two chilled 200ml cocktail glasses. Garnish with fresh blood orange.