Herbal Citrus Keeps Cooler
A vibrant and herbaceous cooler blending fresh citrus, mint, and a splash of tonic for balanced refreshment. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, and simple 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 140 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 6 fresh mint leaves
- 2 oz tonic water
- 1 slice lime wheel
- 1 mint sprig
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a sturdy mixing glass, muddle 6 fresh mint leaves gently with 1/2 oz simple syrup to release aromatics.
- Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes to the brim, then add 1.5 oz vodka and 1 oz fresh lime juice.
- Step 3: Stir gently for 20 seconds to chill and combine the flavors.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Top with 2 oz tonic water and stir lightly to integrate.
- Step 6: Garnish with a lime wheel on the rim and a fresh mint sprig placed upright in the glass.
