Cruel Summer Recipe

Time20m

Serves4

Make Cruel Summer Recipe in just 20m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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1
Prepare the Simple Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts water and sugar (1 cup each). Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2
Mix the Cocktail
In a large pitcher, combine the fresh lemon juice, cooled simple syrup, and vodka. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
3
Add Mint and Ice
Add the fresh mint leaves and ice cubes to the pitcher. Stir gently to mix the mint without bruising it.
4
Top with Club Soda
Pour the club soda into the pitcher and stir gently to combine. Adjust the amount of club soda to taste for desired fizziness.
5
Serve
Pour the cocktail into glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice and a mint sprig for a refreshing touch.