Spiked Ginger-Mint Lemonade

A refreshing adult beverage combining the bright flavors of fresh lemon, spicy ginger, and cool mint with vodka. This sophisticated cocktail is perfect for summer entertaining.

8 servings
1 hr 40 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup chopped mint
  • ½ cup chopped peeled ginger
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 bottle lemon-flavored vodka
  • 2 cups fresh lemon juice
  • 1 serving Lemon wheels and mint leaves

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Bring mint, ginger, sugar, and 2 cups water to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat and let sit 1 hour. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring glass or a small bowl; let ginger-mint syrup cool completely. Cover and chill until cold, at least 30 minutes.

    90 min

  2. 2.

    Combine vodka, lemon juice, ginger-mint syrup, and 4 cups water in a punch bowl and stir well.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Ladle spiked lemonade into ice-filled glasses and garnish with lemon wheels and mint leaves.

    5 min

  4. 4.

    Syrup can be made 1 month ahead. Keep chilled.