Description
This orange vodka cocktail uses homemade satsuma orange infused vodka mixed with Grand Marnier and a splash of pomegranate liqueur.
Ingredients
For the satsuma infused vodka
- 1 cup vodka
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 6 satsuma mandarin oranges, peeled
- 3/4 cup Grand Marnier
- 1/4 cup lime juice
For each cocktail
- 1/2 cup satsuma infused vodka
- 1 teaspoon pomegranate liqueur
- 1/4 cup sparkling water or to taste
- Ice
- Lime slice, for garnish
Instructions
For the satsuma infused vodka
- Blend. Combine vodka, sugar, and satsumas in a food processor or blender; process until pureed.
- Chill. Refrigerate orange mixture for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- Strain. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve over a 4 cup measuring cup or large bowl, pressing to extract juice. Discard solids.
- Finish. Stir in Grand Marnier and lime juice.
For each cocktail
- Shake. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add satsuma vodka and pomegranate liqueur. Shake for 15 seconds.
- Serve. Strain into a cocktail glass and top with sparkling water. Garnish with a slice of lime.
