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Lemon And Lime Aperitif

A refreshing drink blending zesty lemon and lime flavors, perfect for warm evenings and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 drinks
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 4 oz simple syrup
  • 8 oz vodka or gin
  • Club soda to top
  • Lemon and lime slices for garnish

Equipment

  • Juicer
  • Measuring jigger
  • Shaker or stirring glass
  • Strainer
  • Glassware for serving

Method
 

  1. Juice the fresh lemons and limes.
  2. If you don’t have simple syrup, combine equal parts sugar and water in a saucepan, heat gently until the sugar dissolves, then cool.
  3. In a shaker, measure and pour the fresh lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  4. Add your choice of vodka or gin to the shaker.
  5. Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15 seconds.
  6. Strain the mixture into glassware filled with ice.
  7. Top each glass with a splash of club soda.
  8. Garnish each drink with lemon and lime slices.

Notes

Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of simple syrup to suit your taste. Best served fresh.