Spiked Strawberry Lemonade

Ingredients

For the Simple Syrup:

1 cup of sugar

1 cup of water

For the Cocktail:

1 pint of fresh strawberries, stems removed

1 tablespoon of mint leaves

1 cup of fresh lemon juice

4 cups of water

1 1/2 cups of vodka

Lemon slices or wedges, for garnish

Directions

1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Bring to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes.

2. Remove saucepan from the heat and allow to cool, at least 30 minutes. 

3. Puree strawberries and mint leaves together in a blender or food processor.

4. Combine the simple syrup, strawberry-mint puree, lemon juice, water, and vodka in a 2.5 quart pitcher. Stir to combine.

5. Pour the lemonade into your glass of choice over ice and garnish with a lemon slice or wedge and some more fresh mint. 

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