Raspberry Vodka Fizz Cocktail Recipe
I use fresh raspberries, vodka, and simple ingredients to make this cocktail. The drink is easy to prepare at home. It has a light fizz and a fruit-forward flavor.
Equipment
- I use a few basic items to make this cocktail. The most important tool is a cocktail shaker. I also reach for a muddler to crush the raspberries.
- A jigger helps me measure the vodka and other liquids. I pour the drink into a highball or Collins glass. If I want clear ice, I use large ice cubes or an ice ball mold.
- A fine mesh strainer can remove raspberry seeds when pouring. A long spoon stirs in the soda water at the end. These items are easy to find in most kitchens.
Ingredients
For the Raspberry Vodka Fizz, I choose:
- 6-8 fresh raspberries
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lemon wheel or extra raspberries for garnish optional
Instructions
- I start by placing the raspberries and simple syrup in a shaker. I use the muddler to press the berries until they are broken down.
- Next, I add the vodka, lemon juice, and some ice. I shake for about 15 seconds to chill everything.
- I strain the mix into a glass filled with fresh ice, using a fine mesh strainer if I want a smoother drink. Then, I top with club soda and gently stir with a long spoon.
- To finish, I add a lemon wheel or a few more raspberries as garnish. I serve the drink right away while it is cold and bubbly.
Notes
If I want a sweeter drink, I add a little more simple syrup. For a stronger fruit flavor, I use more raspberries.
For a stronger fizz, I pour the club soda just before serving and avoid stirring too much. If I do not have fresh lemons, bottled lemon juice works, but the taste is not as bright.
Frozen raspberries will make the drink colder and a bit thicker. I try to use clear ice to keep the drink fresh-looking. I avoid tonic water, which adds bitterness and hides the raspberry flavor. If I need to make it ahead, I wait to add club soda until serving.