Serkova Crystal Pure Recipe

Chill glass

Place the rocks glass or coupe in the freezer or fill with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to chill it for 2–3 minutes.

Combine ingredients

In a cocktail shaker add 2 oz Serkova Crystal Pure vodka, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.25 oz simple syrup and 6 ice cubes.

Shake

Secure the shaker and shake vigorously for 12–15 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch and diluted slightly (this chills and dilutes the vodka appropriately).

Prepare glass

Discard the ice water from the chilled glass or remove from freezer. If you prefer a longer, lighter cocktail, add fresh ice to the rocks glass; otherwise serve straight up in the chilled coupe.

Strain

Double-strain the cocktail into the prepared glass using a Hawthorne strainer and a fine mesh strainer (or the shaker’s built-in strainer) to leave behind any small ice shards and pulp.

Optional top

If desired, top with about 1 oz soda water for a lighter, effervescent finishing touch. Gently stir once to integrate.

Express the lemon twist over the surface of the cocktail by holding the twist skin-side down above the glass and giving it a quick bend to release oils, then drop the twist into the drink as a garnish.

Use the jigger to measure all liquid ingredients accurately. Use the shaker and strainers as noted. Serve immediately while cold.