Smirnoff Lime Smash
Smash together Smirnoff No. 21 and fresh Lime in this refreshing soda spritz.
Serves:
Ingredients
1.75oz Smirnoff No.21
5oz Soda Water
0.5 Lime
1 Lime Wedge (Garnish)
Equipment
1 Ice Scoop
1 Jigger
1 Highball Glass
1 Muddler
1 Tongs
method
Muddle half a Lime cut into wedges and Smirnoff Vodka in a Highball glass.
Fill a Highball glass with Cubed ice.
Top with Soda.
Garnish with a Lime wedge.
Alcohol content
Alcohol content: 14.8g per serve
Interesting Facts
The Smash is a type of cocktail that is characterized by its use of fresh herbs, fruit, and citrus. Other popular Smash cocktails include the Gin Smash, the Mint Julep, and the Mojito.
History of the Drink
The history of the Smash dates back to the early 19th Century, when it was a popular drink among the upper class in the United States. The oriGinal recipe called for Brandy, Sugar, and mint, but as the cocktail gained popularity, variations emerged that used different spirits and mixers. The Mint Julep is a classic Southern cocktail and is a variation of the Smash that uses Bourbon instead of Brandy by adding crushed ice for a frosty finish. Today, the Smash remains a popular cocktail that's enjoyed the world over.
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