Cocktail Of The Day Recipe
A refreshing cocktail made with seasonal ingredients.
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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Garnish
Ice
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Seasonal Fruits
Wash and chop the fresh seasonal fruits into small pieces suitable for muddling.
- 2
Make Simple Syrup
If you don’t have simple syrup, combine equal parts of sugar and water in a saucepan, heat until dissolved, then let cool.
Mixing the Cocktail
- 3
Muddle the Fruits
In a cocktail shaker, add the chopped seasonal fruits along with the mint leaves. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the fruits to release their juices.
- 4
Add the Liquids
Pour the vodka, fresh lemon juice, and simple syrup into the shaker with the muddled fruits.
- 5
Shake it Up
Add ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
Serving
- 6
Strain and Serve
Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass, ensuring that the solid fruit pieces are left behind.
- 7
Garnish
Garnish with a lemon slice and additional mint leaves on top before serving.
