Ginger-Lime Vodka Collins with Fresh Herb Garnish

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A sparkling vodka Collins cocktail accented with fresh ginger and lime, topped with soda and fragrant herbs. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 4 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, ginger 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 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" 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: 4 min Serves 1 American cuisine 160 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a Collins glass with 1 cup ice cubes. Pour in 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and 0.75 oz ginger syrup. Stir briskly for 10 seconds to combine and chill.
  2. Step 2: Top the cocktail with 3 oz club soda, stirring gently to preserve bubbles.
  3. Step 3: Garnish with 1 fresh thyme sprig and 1 lime wheel on the rim to enhance aroma and presentation.

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