Westside Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

lemon vodka, mint, sugar, lemon

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Ingredients

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1
Muddle the Mint
In a cocktail shaker, add the fresh mint leaves and granulated sugar. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently press the mint leaves, releasing their oils and mixing them with sugar.
2
Add Lemon Vodka
Pour in the lemon vodka into the shaker with the muddled mint and sugar. This will help dissolve the sugar and infuse the vodka with mint flavor.
3
Squeeze the Lemon
Cut the fresh lemon in half and squeeze the juice from one half into the shaker. You can adjust the amount of lemon juice to taste, depending on how tart you prefer the drink.
4
Shake
Add ice to the shaker and secure the lid. Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to chill the mixture and blend the flavors together.
5
Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice. This will remove the mint leaves and any sugar granules, leaving a smooth drink.
6
Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Westside cocktail!