Smirnoff Strawberry Smash Cocktail
A cocktail bursting with fruity flavours is a vodka-based beverage which is lush with sweet profiles and tropical appeal. The smooth and neutral taste of Smirnoff Strawberry Vodka forms the foundation for the berry tones to shine alongside citrus elements.
Ingredients
Serves1- Check off ingredients
- 3nos fresh strawberries, hulled
- 4nos fresh mint leaves
- 15mL fresh lemon juice
- 10mL simple syrup (1:1 sugar to water)
- 30mL Smirnoff Strawberry Vodka
- Ice cubes
- Soda water (to top)
Method
- Step 1
In a cocktail shaker, muddle the strawberries and mint with the lemon juice and simple syrup gently until the fruit dissolves.
- Step 2
Add the vodka and a handful of ice, then put the lid on and shake the mixture for around 10–12 seconds to chill and mix.
- Step 3
Strain the drink into an ice-filled glass (fine strain if you want less pulp).
- Step 4
Top with soda water, stir lightly, and serve forthwith, then garnish with a sprig of mint or a strawberry slice, if desired.
Tips & Suggestions
Preparation Tip 1
Use firm but ripe strawberries and muddle just until juices are released—over-muddling brings out seed bitterness, and since the cocktail has only a few ingredients, that comes through loudly.
Serving Tip 1
Chill the glass and vodka beforehand, but briefly shake the drink—excessive dilution mutes the strawberry's brightness and vodka's structure, both of which are core to the cocktail's directness.
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