Description
The Prickly Pear Vodka Sour is a vibrant and refreshing twist on the classic vodka sour. The prickly pear syrup adds a stunning pink hue and a unique, mildly sweet flavor with a hint of tartness, complementing the tang of lemon juice and the smoothness of vodka. This cocktail is perfect for those looking for a visually striking and deliciously balanced drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz prickly pear syrup
- ½ oz simple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Ice cubes
- Club soda (optional, for a bubbly finish)
- Lemon wheel or wedge
- Prickly pear slice (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the Cocktail:
In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, fresh lemon juice, prickly pear syrup, and simple syrup (if using). Add ice and shake well for about 15 seconds. - Strain and Serve:
Strain the mixture into an ice-filled rocks glass. For a bubbly version, top with a splash of club soda. - Garnish:
Garnish with a lemon wheel or wedge and a slice of prickly pear, if available.
Notes
- Prickly pear syrup can be found in specialty stores or online, or you can make your own by blending the pulp of prickly pears with sugar and water.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup, depending on your taste.
- For an egg-white variation, add an egg white to the shaker and shake without ice first (dry shake) before adding ice for a frothy finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 200 (varies depending on syrup and vodka)
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg