Here is a fun Fun Florida cocktail for warm spring evenings. I discovered UV vodka at a local vodka tasting seminar. I always liked vodka, but now I luv this new UV lemonade. This four times distilled vodka is naturally flavored. Smooth enough to sip on the the rocks, or have fun creating your own signature cocktail. This is mine, tangy and a tad tart, just in time for cool parties at sunset.

Ingredients

2 parts UV lemonade

1 part cranberry juice

splash of triple sec

optional garnish of lemon wheel, mint or basil

Method

Stir the first 3 ingredients.

Pour in a tall glass over  cracked ice.

Tips

Garnish with your own creation. I like lemon, mint or basil.

For a lighter cocktail, substitute sparkling cranberry juice  (Ocean Spray).

Serve this is a champagne glass with shaved ice for brunch.

Substitute fresh orange juice for the cranberry for a UV orange-lemon blossom.

Maralyn
Author: Maralyn

Maralyn Dennis Hill, The Epicurean Explorer, is president emeritus of International Food Wine & Travel Writers Association, member of Society of American Travel Writers, and Society of Professional Journalists. She is Executive Editor of Luxe Beat Magazine and contributes to other publications. She also speaks and is a guest on many shows. The majority of Maralyn’s articles are now geared to the luxury market, spas, corporate retreats, business events, and culinary tourism, from simple to gourmet. Maralyn’s description of herself: I was born to travel and tell the tale. I’m energized by different cultures in every aspect of their lives, from food, wine, and destination, to how they conduct business. Travel represents a continual geography lesson.