Citrus Skins And Vodka Fizz

DIFFICULTY
Easy Easy
COOK TIME
Under 30 min. Under 30 min.
SERVES
1-2 1-2
Citrus Skins And Vodka Fizz
Main INGREDIENTS
  • Fruit
Ingredients
Method

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • Citrus skins or peelings
  • Flavourings of your choice
  • 50ml vodka
  • 125ml lemonade or ginger ale

  • Method

  • 1
    In a saucepan, bring the water up to a gentle simmer, add the sugar and stir to dissolve. Remove from the heat, then add the citrus skins and/or peels.
  • 2
    Mix and match flavours, e.g. adding rosemary or thyme, perhaps even strawberry tops or smashed bruised berries. Leave aside to cool completely before straining.
  • 3
    Add 1-2 tablespoons of the infused citrus syrup into a glass with a shot of vodka, top up with lemonade or ginger ale and enjoy with lots of ice. Use the citrus skins to garnish.