Spiked Lemon Vodka Lemonade Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing summer cocktail mixes smooth vodka with tangy homemade lemonade for a perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors.
Equipment
- Large pitcher (2-quart capacity)
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Long-handled spoon for stirring
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Ice cube trays
- Highball glasses
Ingredients
- 2 cups vodka premium quality
- 1 cup fresh lemon juice about 8-10 lemons
- 3/4 cup simple syrup
- 4 cups cold water
- Ice cubes
- Lemon slices for garnish
- Fresh mint sprigs optional
Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Make simple syrup by heating sugar and water in a small pot until sugar dissolves. Let the syrup cool after removing it from the heat.
- Squeeze lemons and strain juice to remove pulp and seeds.
- Pour the vodka into the pitcher.
- Pour in cold water and stir well.
- Chill the mixture for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes.
- Pour the cocktail mixture into glasses.
- Garnish with lemon slices and mint sprigs if desired.
Notes
Store any leftover simple syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
The recipe serves 8-10 people and can be doubled for larger groups.
Use fresh lemons rather than bottled juice for the best taste.
Keep the cocktail cold by adding frozen lemon slices instead of regular ice cubes to prevent dilution.