The name, vodka, comes from the Russian phrase zhiznennaia voda, or "water of life". It can be made from everything from potatoes to beets. It's considered to be fairly flavorless which makes it a great liquor for mixed drinks.
Lemon Drop Cocktail
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Tantalizingly tart lemon drops make for a great summer cocktail. You can stir together a big batch of this recipe before the party even kicks off.
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over 5 hrs
over 5 hrs
ingredients
4 cups vodka
2/3 cup water
2/3 cup fresh lemon juice
2/3 cup superfine sugar
additional lemon juice and sugar, as needed
10 lemon slices or wedges, as garnish
directions
Combine the vodka, water, lemon juice, and sugar in a large pitcher. Stir to dissolve the sugar. Cover the pitcher and chill for 4-6 hours.
Moisten the rims of martini or other cocktail glasses with lemon juice. Place superfine sugar in a shallow dish. Invert the glasses and dip the rims in the sugar.
Carefully pour the chilled lemon drop mixture into the rimmed glasses. Garnish each glass with a lemon slice. Serve immediately.
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