Iced Meyer Lemon Mint Cocktail
This delicious iced cocktail borrows a little from the Daquiri family, adding the cool breath of mint to the tang of Limoneira® lemon. Ice it up, and it’s the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. It’s perfect for a warm weather brunch, or an evening on the porch.
Ingredients
Mint Syrup
- 1 sprig mint
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
Cocktail
- 1 large Limoneira® lemon zest & juice
- 2 ounces mint syrup
- 10 ice cubes
- 1/2 cup vodka
- 1/4 cup dry sparkling white wine
- Fresh mint to garnish
Instructions
Mint Syrup
- Remove the leaves from the mint, and chop.
- Add the mint leaves, water and sugar to a small saucepan.
- Heat at a medium-high setting, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Allow it to simmer for about 2 minutes, then let it cool.
- Strain out the mint leaves, and it’s ready to use.
Cocktail
- Zest the Limoneira® lemon finely, and add the zest, juice, mint syrup, ice cubes and vodka to a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add to a glass, and stir in the sparkling white wine. You can add more crushed ice if it becomes too thin for your taste.
- Garnish with mint leaves, and serve.
Notes
Note: 1. You’ll end up with about 1/2 cup of syrup. You can store the rest in your fridge for up to 2 weeks, and add to any cold drinks for a cool minty edge. 2. You can substitute lavender for the mint, and gin for the vodka, for a new spin on the drink.
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