Citrus-Spiced Pepperoni Pizza Cocktail

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A savory and zesty cocktail inspired by the spicy and aromatic notes of a pepperoni pizza, balanced with bright citrus and warm spices. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together spiced pepper vodka, fresh lemon juice, and cinnamon syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim. Pour in 2 oz spiced pepper vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 0.75 oz cinnamon syrup, and 2 dashes of orange bitters.
  2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
  3. Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh large ice cubes.
  4. Step 4: Top with 1 oz club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon for 10 seconds to combine without losing carbonation.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a thin wheel of lemon twisted over the surface to release oils, and a small sprig of fresh rosemary rested on the rim.

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