Summer Lemon Cocktail Recipe
As the temperature starts to rise, nothing beats a refreshing cocktail that can cool you down and elevate your mood. If you're looking for a perfect summer cocktail that's light, flavorful, and easy to make, then try out this recipe featuring lemon, honey, and mint. This cocktail is the perfect blend of sweet and sour flavors that are enhanced by the fresh and invigorating mint.
Ingredients
- 3 oz Tequila or Vodka (whichever you prefer)
- 2 oz Limoncello
- 2 oz Lemon Juice
- 2 oz Honey Simple Syrup (instructions on how to make are above)
- 6-8 oz Seltzer or Sparkling Water (I use plain, lemon, or lime flavored)
- Fresh Mint
Instructions
- Place about 10 mint leaves in the bottom of a pitcher that holds at least 10 oz of liquid. Lightly crush/muddle the mint leaves until aromatic (if you don't have a muddler you can use the handle of a wooden/silicone spoon).
- Add the tequila (or vodka), limoncello, lemon juice, honey simple syrup and stir until well combined.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice. Top with the seltzer/sparkling water.
- Garnish and serve! (see above for unique garnishing options)