Honeyed Mint Vodka Spritz

Honeyed Mint Vodka Spritz is a delightful twist on the traditional mojito. This refreshing cocktail incorporates a homemade honey-mint simple syrup, offering a natural sweetness without refined sugar. The combination of fresh mint, zesty lime, and smooth vodka makes for a truly invigorating beverage, perfect for any occasion.

Honeyed Mint Vodka Spritz

A refreshing vodka-based cocktail with a homemade honey-mint simple syrup, garnished with fresh mint and lime.

4.00 from 78 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 7 mins
Total Time 17 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 2 tbsp Water
  • 1/4 cup Mint Leaves (Plus a few more for garnish)
  • 1 tbsp Lime Juice
  • 3 tbsp Vodka (Titos is recommended)
  • 1/4 cup Club Soda
  • 1 Lime (Sliced for garnish)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, honey, and mint leaves. Cook for about 7 minutes until the mixture comes together and the aroma of mint is released. Set it aside to cool, allowing the mint to steep. Strain the mixture into a container after it has cooled for about 30 minutes.
  2. In a small pitcher, mix together the vodka, honey-mint simple syrup, and lime juice.
  3. Fill a cocktail glass with ice and pour the cocktail mixture halfway. Top off with club soda or seltzer.
  4. Garnish with lime slices and mint leaves.