A cool and refreshing drink makes hot summer days more enjoyable.
The Kiwi Lime Refresher Cocktail combines sweet kiwi fruit, tangy lime juice, and crisp vodka to create a bright and balanced drink perfect for warm weather.
This easy-to-make cocktail takes less than 5 minutes to prepare.
The fresh ingredients mix together for a drink that looks as good as it tastes, with beautiful green colors from the muddled kiwi and lime.
The recipe works well for parties since it can be made in large batches ahead of time.
Guests love watching the fresh fruit and herbs being mixed into their drinks, making this cocktail a great conversation starter at any gathering.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Citrus juicer
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- 2 Collins glasses
Ingredients
- 2 ripe kiwis peeled and chopped
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 3 oz simple syrup
- 4 oz vodka
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Kiwi slices and lime wheels for garnish
Instructions
- Place chopped kiwis in the cocktail shaker and muddle until crushed.
- Add lime juice, simple syrup, and vodka to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into two ice-filled collins glasses.
- Top each glass with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with kiwi slices and lime wheels.
Notes
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Tasting Notes
This vibrant cocktail opens with bright citrus notes from fresh lime juice. The kiwi adds a sweet-tart tropical flavor with subtle hints of strawberry and melon.
The drink carries a light, refreshing sweetness balanced by the crisp acidity of the lime. Neither flavor overpowers the other.
The texture is smooth with tiny bits of kiwi pulp adding interest. A gentle fizz from the soda water creates a lively mouthfeel.
Key Flavor Notes:
- Primary: Lime, kiwi
- Secondary: Tropical fruit
- Finish: Clean, crisp
The cocktail leaves a clean, fresh finish without any lingering sweetness. It tastes best when served very cold with plenty of ice.
Suggested Food Pairings:
- Grilled seafood
- Light salads
- Fresh fruit
- Mild cheeses
Substitute
You can replace kiwi with other fruits to create different flavor combinations. Fresh peach, mango, or passion fruit work well in this drink. These fruits add natural sweetness and bright flavors.
No fresh limes? Use bottled lime juice instead. Two tablespoons equals the juice of one lime. Lemon juice makes a good substitute too, though the taste will be slightly different.
If you don’t have simple syrup, mix equal parts sugar and hot water. Stir until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool before using. Honey or agave nectar can replace simple syrup – use half the amount called for in the recipe.
For a non-alcoholic version, skip the vodka and add extra club soda. Sparkling water or tonic water can replace club soda. Each gives the drink a different fizzy character.
Alternative Fruit Options:
- Fresh peach slices
- Mango chunks
- Passion fruit pulp
- Strawberries
- Green apple slices
For garnish, mint leaves can replace the kiwi slice. A lime wheel or cucumber ribbon adds a fresh touch too.
