Kick off your summer gatherings with a delightful twist on the classic Cherry Vodka Lemonade.
What do I need?
- 1 tbsp cherry jam (recipe above)
- 60 mL vodka (optional)
- ½ tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- Ice cubes
- 120 mL sparkling lemonade
- 3-4 fresh cherries, to garnish
- Mint leaves, to garnish
How do I make it?
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the cherry jam, vodka, lime juice, and a handful of ice cubes. Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Double-strain the cocktail into two glasses filled with ice.
- Fill each glass three-quarters full with the strained mixture, then top off with 60 millilitres of sparkling lemonade.
- Garnish each glass with cherries and mint leaves.
- Serve immediately.