Shaken Citrus Snapper Cocktail
A bright and refreshing cocktail with a citrus punch and a snap of spice, inspired by a day on the water catching snapper. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice 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 "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.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 0.5 oz ginger liqueur
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 1 fresh jalapeño slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1 fresh jalapeño slice in a shaker and lightly muddle to release subtle heat.
- Step 2: Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz fresh orange juice, 0.5 oz ginger liqueur, and 0.5 oz simple syrup into the shaker. Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim.
- Step 3: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the shaker is frosty cold.
- Step 4: Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled coupe glass to remove seeds and jalapeño bits.
- Step 5: Garnish with a thin wheel of lime perched on the rim and a small jalapeño slice floated on the surface.
