Spicy Strawberry Vodka Limeade
Spicy Strawberry Vodka Limeade
Makes 6 cocktails
A crowd pleasing pitcher cocktail, made to enjoy with friends.
Ingredients
2 cups of Painted Stave Vodka*
3/4 cup of strawberry syrup
1 cup of jalapeno-infused fresh lime juice
Club soda or lemon-lime soda to top
Do Ahead
Make the strawberry syrup by combining 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a sauce pot. Add 2 cups of hulled strawberries, lightly pressed to release juices, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Allow the mixture to cool and continue infusing in the fridge overnight.
Slice a jalapeno and allow the slices to infuse in fresh lime juice overnight. Remove the seeds for a less spicy sip.
* If you think of it, infuse your vodka with strawberries (frozen works well) and some sliced jalapenos the night before you plan to serve. Add an extra 1/4 cup of vodka to account for absorption.
Method
Strain out the solids from all liquids, and ensure everything is cooled.
Measure and then add all your ingredients to a pitcher (a punch bowl works too). Stir to combine.
Add ice if serving immediately, or set your prepared cocktail back in the fridge until showtime. Add club soda or lemon lime soda to taste.
Want it boozier? Add a little more vodka- about 2 oz. at a time- until it tastes right to you.
Want it sweeter? Add more simple syrup.
Want it spicier? Add additional sliced jalapenos to the pitcher.