GINGER MINT LEMONADE WITH A KICK

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One of the "New Drinks of Summer" from the Philly Inquirer's food section. Note the syrup recipe is for more than one serving and time is only the drink.

Provided by drhousespcatcher

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 ounces lemon-flavored vodka
1 1/2 ounces fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 ounces ginger syrup
5 leaves of fresh mint
1 cup water
1/2 lb gingerroot, peeled and 1/4-inch cubed
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle the mint and ginger syrup.
  • Add Vodka, juice and ice. Shake.
  • Sugar the rim of a highball glass, add ice and strain in mix.
  • Garnish with lemon and mint.
  • Syrup:.
  • Cook the ginger and water in med saucepan for 15 minutes then add sugar and stir until dissolved. Turn off heat and cool completely. Strain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1097.9, Fat 1.7, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 35.3, Carbohydrate 244.2, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 204.8, Protein 4.3

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