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May Blossum Fizz

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Contains Alcohol:  Yes
Style: Cocktail
Glass Type: Highball Glass
Ingredients: 4

Recipe:
2 oz Swedish Punsch
1 tsp Grenadine
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
Club Soda

Instructions

Shake all ingredients (except Club Soda) with ice and strain into a highball glass over two ice cubes. Fill with Club Soda, stir, and serve.

May Blossum Fizz - Summary

The May Blossom Fizz is a refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors, making it an ideal choice for spring and summer gatherings. The drink's base is Swedish Punsch, a traditional Scandinavian liqueur known for its complex blend of spices and rum, which imparts a rich, slightly smoky sweetness. This is complemented by a hint of grenadine, adding a touch of fruitiness and a lovely pink hue to the cocktail. The juice of half a lemon introduces a zesty, citrusy brightness that elevates the overall flavor profile, while club soda adds effervescence, making the cocktail light and invigorating.

The origins of the May Blossom Fizz are somewhat elusive, but it likely draws inspiration from classic fizz cocktails, which gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. These drinks are characterized by their use of citrus juice and carbonated water, offering a fizzy and refreshing experience. The inclusion of Swedish Punsch suggests a historical nod to the Scandinavian influences in cocktail culture, particularly during the era when exotic liqueurs and ingredients were becoming more accessible and fashionable in Western bars. Overall, the May Blossom Fizz is a delightful blend of flavors that captures the essence of springtime in a glass.

This drink style is classified as a Cocktail and is Alcoholic, so drink responsibly! The recommended glass type for this drink is a Highball Glass. We say, feel free to serve it in whatever you have available; it will still taste the same :)

You may also use different variations of the same ingredient. For example, you could change up fruit types or sugar substitutes. Other substitutions would include different brands of liquor. For example, if your drink calls for a specific type of whiskey, you could try using bourbon instead of Irish.

Crafting cocktails should be fun, so get creative and make it your own. Who knows, you might find your next favorite!

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May Blossum Fizz consists of 4 different ingredients, although you may not need all of them to make it work. Keep in mind, there are many different flavored spirts and brands, so never feel obligated to use any one in particular. If you don't have all of the below ingredients, you can always get crafty and try your own variations. You might even create your own version that tastes even better. Feel free to share your creations with the Cocktail Friend community!

Here are some of the potential core ingredients you'll want. Each ingredient links to other drinks containing that same ingredient:

  1. Swedish Punsch Liqueur
  2. Grenadine
  3. Lemon(s)
  4. Club Soda

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