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Strawberries and Vodka

By Paul McGee

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Cooks' Note

Cook's Notes:

Head to the farmers' market for peak-season fruit. Freeze the fruit in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet until solid. Purée ingredients in a blender until smooth and very thick. Divide among glasses and serve.

Cold Facts:

The drier the ice, the better. Melting ice makes for a watery cocktail.

No need to upgrade your blender. The old one will do the trick just fine.

Texture Matters:

Frozen drinks should look too thick when poured into the glass. They will loosen immediately.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 servings

Ingredients

3 cups halved hulled strawberries, frozen
6 ounces vodka
4 ounces simple syrup + 1 1/2 ounces
fresh lime juice
2 cups ice
Optional garnish: Tarragon sprigs

Preparation

  1. Combine 3 cups halved hulled strawberries, frozen + 6 ounces vodka + 4 ounces simple syrup + 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice + 2 cups ice optional garnish: Tarragon sprigs

TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesVodkaStrawberryBerryFruitEasyQuickNo-CookBlenderBon Appétit

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