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strawberry balsamic smash

(1 rating)
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Recipe by
Lynette !
@breezermom
Gulf Breeze, FL

Refreshing drink for the summer. Fresh, sweet, and tart! Substitute vodka if you prefer.

(1 rating)
yield 1 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
method No-Cook or Other

Ingredients For strawberry balsamic smash

  • 2
    1/2 inch lime wedges
  • 3
    1/2 inch cucumber slices
  • 1
    strawberry, hulled
  • 1 Tbsp
    simple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp
    balsamic vinegar
  • 1/4 c
    gin

How To Make strawberry balsamic smash

  • 1
    Using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon, mash the lime wedges, 2 cucumber slices, strawberry, simple syrup, and balsamic vinegar in a 16 ounce mixing glass or cocktail shaker 4-5 times, just to release the juices and oils.
  • 2
    Add gin. Transfer to an Old Fashioned glass. Fill halfway with crushed ice. Stir. Then mound more crushed ice on top.
  • 3
    Garnish with a cucmber slice.
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