Loading...This cocktail is easy to make, with a light, refreshing flavor. California Avocado in the drink makes for a beautiful beverage.
California Avocado Zen Cocktail
Total Time:
10min
Prep Time:
10min
Ingredients
Serves: 4| 6 | fl.oz. | cucumber vodka |
| 1 | fl.oz. | fresh squeezed lime juice, plus extra for garnishing the glasses |
| 1 | fl.oz. | California honey |
| 2 | fl.oz. | mint simple syrup* |
| 2 | tsp. | mint leaves, minced, optional |
| 1 | Lime | |
| 2 | tsp. | crystal ginger (powder)* for rim, optional |
| 1 | ripe, Fresh California Avocado | |
| Ice, as needed | ||
| 4 | fl.oz. | soda water |
As with all fruits and vegetables, wash avocados before cutting. Check out our tips for how to choose and use California Avocados
Instructions
- In a metal shaker place vodka, lime juice, honey, simple syrup and mint (if using), shake vigorously for 20 seconds until honey is well blended.
- Slice lime into 4 wheels, cutting a small notch in each to aid in placing on the glasses; set aside. Juice remaining lime.
- Moisten the rims of (10 fl. oz.) glasses with lime juice, then dip the rims in the ginger crystals, if using.
- Peel and seed the avocado. Dice three-quarters of the avocado into ¼-inch pieces and set aside. Slice the other avocado quarter into 4 wedges and reserve for garnish.
- Place one-half of the avocado pieces in the bottoms of the glasses, add ice, then remaining avocado pieces.
- Pour contents of the shaker into the glasses. Top with soda water, garnish each with a lime wheel and avocado wedge.
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