California Lemonade

Quench your thirst with the bright and refreshing California Lemonade, a vibrant cocktail that perfectly balances tangy citrus, smooth spirits, and effervescent soda. This easy-to-make drink combines freshly squeezed lemon juice, a touch of sweet simple syrup, and your choice of bourbon or brandy for a bold, flavorful twist. Topped with bubbly club soda and finished with a garnish of mint leaves and a lemon wheel, this cocktail is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just five minutes, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for sunny afternoons or casual gatherings. Elevate your home bartending game with this irresistible California Lemonade recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 oz Simple syrup
2 oz Bourbon or brandy
2 oz Club soda
1 cup Ice cubes
1 piece Lemon wheel
2 leaves Mint leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.

Step 2

Add 2 oz of freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1 oz of simple syrup, and 2 oz of bourbon or brandy to the shaker.

Step 3

Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.

Step 4

Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice cubes.

Step 5

Top with 2 oz of club soda, gently stirring to combine.

Step 6

Garnish with a lemon wheel and 2 fresh mint leaves to add a pop of color and freshness.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing California Lemonade!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(444.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	197.1

Total Fat 0.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 19.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.5g
Protein 0.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7.4mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 72.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.5%

Protein: 1.7%

Carbs: 95.8%