White Claw Recipe

Chill glass

Place a highball or Collins glass in the refrigerator or fill it with ice water while assembling ingredients to chill for 3–5 minutes, then discard the ice water.

If using fresh fruit, lightly muddle the 0.25 cup of berries or a slice of citrus in the bottom of the glass to release juices and aroma. If not using fruit add no muddling step.

Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the chilled glass.

If using vodka for extra strength, pour 1 oz vodka over the ice.

Pour 0.25 oz fresh lime juice over the ice (about the juice of 1/8–1/4 of a lime).

Open 1 can of chilled White Claw and pour it gently into the glass. Pour slowly down the side of the glass to preserve carbonation.

Give the drink one gentle stir with a bar spoon or straw to combine vodka and lime with the seltzer without flattening it.

Garnish the rim or top of the drink with a lime wedge. Add a mint sprig and a few fresh berries or a citrus wheel if using.

Serve immediately with a straw or stirring stick. Note: For a lighter style, omit vodka and muddled fruit; serve White Claw over ice with a lime wedge.