Honey-Rosemary Vodka Collins

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An herbal and floral Collins cocktail with smooth vodka, honey sweetness, fresh lemon, and aromatic rosemary, topped with sparkling water. This recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey and water) 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 170 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: 7 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 170 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shaker, gently bruise 1 fresh rosemary sprig to release oils, then add 1.75 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.75 oz honey syrup.
  2. Step 2: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes and shake vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled.
  3. Step 3: Strain the cocktail into a tall Collins glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
  4. Step 4: Top with 2 oz sparkling water and stir gently once to combine.
  5. Step 5: Garnish by placing a fresh rosemary sprig upright in the glass and a thin lemon wheel floating on the surface for aroma and visual appeal.

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