This cocktail is a perfect blend of sweet strawberries, refreshing mint, and zesty lemon, making it the ideal drink for a hot summer day. The muddled strawberries release their juices, creating a vibrant and flavorful beverage that is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 6-8 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 lemon, juiced
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Ice
- Club soda
- Mint sprig and strawberry for garnish
Directions
- In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries, mint leaves, and lemon juice together.
- Add vodka, simple syrup, and ice to the shaker. Shake well to combine.
- Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
- Top off the glass with club soda.
- Garnish with a mint sprig and a strawberry.
- Enjoy your refreshing Strawberry Smash Cocktail!
Interesting Facts
Muddling the strawberries and mint releases their flavors into the cocktail.
You can customize this cocktail by substituting different fruits or herbs.