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Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash

Healthy Fact of the Day

Strawberries are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants that support immune function and skin health — so you can feel good about indulging in this fruity cocktail!

Thirsty Thursday is bringing you the ultimate summer refresher. The Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash combines muddled fresh strawberries with zesty lime juice and fragrant mint, creating a vibrant cocktail that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The addition of club soda gives it that perfect fizzy finish that makes every sip feel like a celebration.

If you love fresh, fruity cocktails that capture the essence of summer, try our Strawberry Basil Margarita for another herb-infused strawberry delight or the Ginger Grapefruit Paloma for a similarly refreshing citrus experience. Both deliver that same bright, invigorating taste with their own unique flavor profiles.

Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash

Strawberry Lime Vodka Smash

Recipe by Daily Disher

This refreshing vodka smash bursts with muddled strawberries, fresh lime, and aromatic mint — the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and bubbly for your Thursday unwind.

Course: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
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Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 4 oz vodka

    • 0.5 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced

    • 4 tbsp lime juice

    • 4 mint leaves

    • 2 tsp sugar

    • 1 cup club soda

    • 1 cup ice cubes

    Directions

    • In a cocktail shaker, combine fresh strawberries, mint leaves, sugar, and lime juice and muddle until well combined and juicy.
    • Add vodka and ice cubes to the shaker, then cover and shake well until thoroughly mixed and chilled.
    • Strain the mixture into two glasses filled with ice cubes, dividing the contents evenly between them.
    • Top each glass with club soda for a fizzy finish and gently stir to combine the layers of the drink.
    • Garnish each drink with a fresh mint sprig and a lime wedge to enhance the presentation and aroma.
    • Serve immediately to enjoy the cocktail while it is fresh, cold, and bursting with flavor.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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