Refreshing Strawberry-Ginger Smash

This Brazilian-inspired cocktail, the Strawberry-Ginger Caipiroska, offers a delightful twist on the traditional caipirinha. With its fruity sweetness and invigorating flavors, it's the perfect choice for a sunny day or a lively gathering. The combination of ripe strawberries, zesty lime, and fresh mint creates a refreshing and vibrant drink that will appeal to all cocktail enthusiasts.

Refreshing Strawberry-Ginger Smash

A Brazilian-inspired vodka cocktail with fresh strawberries, zesty lime, and a hint of ginger, offering a delightful and refreshing twist on the classic caipirinha.

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Ingredients

  • 5 strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 6 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • 2 thin slices of lime
  • 0.50 teaspoon of grated peeled fresh ginger
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • 1 cup of cracked ice
  • 2 ounces of vodka

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, combine the strawberries, mint leaves, lime slices, and grated ginger.
  2. Sprinkle sugar over the mixture and muddle until the strawberries are nearly pureed.
  3. Add the cracked ice and vodka to the shaker.
  4. Shake vigorously until the mixture is thoroughly chilled and the outside of the shaker becomes frosty, which should take about 30 seconds.
  5. Strain the mixture into a Collins glass.
  6. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve immediately.