Bonne Fête Fizz

This is an effervescent, nose-tickling drink that’s perfect for the holidays.

MAKES 1 DRINK

1 Tbsp confectioners’ sugar or Simple Syrup (page 23)

2 oz [60 ml] gin

1 oz [30 ml] fresh lemon juice

Soda water, for topping off

One 2 in [5 cm] piece cucumber, peeled and sliced diagonally, for garnish

1 lemon round, for garnish

Fill a highball glass with ice. Pour in the sugar, gin, and lemon juice. Top off with soda water. Stir vigorously. Garnish with the cucumber and lemon.