Jul 14 2026
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Lazy Betty Recipe

Inspired by Lazy Betty
Time10m
Serves1

A refreshing mix of vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and soda water.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Glass

    Choose a tall glass or a highball glass to serve the Lazy Betty. Fill it with ice cubes to chill the glass.

  2. 2

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 oz of vodka, 1 oz of elderflower liqueur, and 1 oz of fresh lemon juice. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.

  3. 3

    Combine with Soda

    Strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared glass over the ice. Top it off with 4 oz of soda water to give it a refreshing fizz.

Garnishing

  1. 4

    Add Garnish

    Garnish your drink with a lemon wheel on the rim of the glass and drop in a few fresh mint leaves for added aroma and flavor.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve

    Serve immediately while cold, and enjoy your refreshing Lazy Betty cocktail!

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