Albemarle Fizz

Pro tips

• Chill your glass before serving to keep the drink cold longer and preserve the fizz.
• Juice the lemon fresh and strain out pulp for a smooth, clear drink.
• Add club soda last and gently stir to preserve carbonation and effervescence.
• Use a bar spoon or long-handled spoon to stir and chill the drink before topping with soda.

Substitutions

• Mr. Boston Gin → any London Dry gin or botanical gin (maintain spirit profile)
• Raspberry Syrup → grenadine (sweeter, less fruity) or fresh raspberry purée (more tart)
• Powdered Sugar → ½ tsp simple syrup or ½ tsp honey syrup (if syrup unavailable)

Storage & make-ahead

Best served fresh; prepare ingredients ahead and assemble just before serving to preserve carbonation.

Equipment

cocktail shaker or mixing glass · bar spoon · jigger or shot glass · strainer

What spirit is the Albemarle Fizz made with?

The Albemarle Fizz is made with gin, traditionally Mr. Boston Gin or any London Dry-style gin as the base spirit.

Do you need club soda for an Albemarle Fizz?

Yes, club soda or seltzer is added to create the 'fizz' and top the drink, though the exact amount isn't specified in the classic recipe—typically 2–4 oz to taste.

Can I make this without raspberry syrup?

You can substitute with grenadine, raspberry liqueur (reduce gin slightly), or fresh raspberry purée, though flavor and color will shift slightly.

Is the Albemarle Fizz served hot or cold?

It is served cold, typically over ice in a tall glass or coupe.

What's the difference between a fizz and a sour?

A fizz is topped with carbonated water (club soda), while a sour contains citrus and sweetener but no carbonation. Both use spirit, sour, and sweet.