The key to this simple spritzer, which is great with vodka, gin, or just club soda, is a simple lemongrass lime homemade simple syrup. Light and refreshing!
Ingredients
Simple Syrup:
2stalks of lemongrass, split down the middle
1lime, sliced
1cupsugar
1cupwater
Spritzer:
1ouncelemongrass lime simple syrup
2ouncesgin or vodka
Tonic or club soda
Lime, garnish
Instructions
Slice lemongrass longwise and add to a medium pot with sliced lime. Add sugar and water and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. When mixture is simmering, turn off the heat, cover, and let sit for 10-15 minutes to infuse flavors.
Pour simple syrup into a squeeze bottle and let cool. If you’re in a rush, add the squeeze bottle to a bowl of ice water and it will chill down in just a few minutes.
Make a cocktail by adding gin or vodka to a cocktail glass with a squeeze of simple syrup. Top with club soda or tonic and ice. Serve with a garnish lime.