Description
Pink lemonade cocktail delights with its refreshing blend of tangy citrus and smooth spirits. Garnished with fresh berries and mint, this cocktail promises a delightful sip you’ll savor from first taste to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Liquids:
- 1 cup (236 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup (236 ml) cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) vodka
Sweetener:
- 1/4 cup (59 ml) simple syrup
Garnish and Ice:
- Lemon slices
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Extract tangy fresh lemon juice and blend with vibrant cranberry juice in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Incorporate smooth vodka and silky simple syrup into the citrusy liquid base.
- Whisk vigorously to ensure complete integration of all liquid components.
- Select tall glasses and generously fill with crystalline ice cubes.
- Delicately cascade the crimson-hued cocktail mixture over the chilled ice.
- Artfully crown each glass with delicate lemon wheel slices for visual appeal.
- Present immediately to capture maximum refreshment and optimal temperature.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by gradually adding simple syrup, tasting as you go to achieve perfect balance between tartness and sweetness.
- Opt for fresh-squeezed lemon juice instead of bottled for a more vibrant, authentic flavor profile that elevates the entire cocktail.
- Create a mocktail version by replacing vodka with sparkling water or lemon-lime soda, making it kid-friendly and suitable for non-alcoholic gatherings.
- Chill glasses beforehand to keep the drink refreshingly cold longer and enhance the overall drinking experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 122 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 0.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg