Vodka Slush

Ingredients

• 1 cup vodka
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 cup cranberry juice
• Optional: A few sprigs of fresh mint

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the vodka, lime juice, lemon juice, sugar, and water. Stir until the sugar has dissolved.
2. Add the cranberry juice and stir to combine.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the mixture from the heat and allow to cool to room temperature.
5. Pour the mixture into a shallow baking dish and place in the freezer. Freeze for at least 3 hours, stirring every hour.
6. Once the mixture has frozen, use a fork to break it up into a slushy consistency.
7. Serve in glasses with a sprig of fresh mint, if desired.

Interesting Facts

• Vodka Slush is a popular summer drink in the United States, especially in the Midwest and South.
• It is also known as a “Pink Squirrel” in some regions.
• The original recipe for Pink Squirrels was created in the 1940s.