Roasted Citrus Bay Breeze

This Roasted Citrus Bay Breeze is a unique twist on the classic hard lemonade. The roasted lemons and bay leaves add a depth of flavor that is both refreshing and intriguing. The sweet and tangy taste of the lemonade combined with the herbal notes from the bay leaves create a deeply delicious drink that is perfect for any occasion. Served over ice with a garnish of lemon wheel and bay leaf, this cocktail is sure to impress and delight your guests.

Roasted Citrus Bay Breeze

This Roasted Lemon and Bay Leaf Hard Lemonade is a deeply delicious and refreshing cocktail made with roasted lemons, bay leaves, vodka, and club soda.

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Ingredients

  • 3 roasted lemons
  • 3 fresh bay leaves
  • 1/2 cup superfine sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 6 tablespoons vodka
  • Ice
  • 6 tablespoons club soda
  • Lemon wheel for garnish
  • Bay leaf for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. Roast the lemon quarters and bay leaves in a small roasting pan for about 20 minutes until softened and browned.
  3. Scrape the roasted lemons, bay leaves, and any pan juices into a large pitcher.
  4. Add sugar, water, and vodka, then muddle with the lemons.
  5. Let the mixture cool completely, then refrigerate until chilled.
  6. Strain the lemonade through a fine sieve into an ice-filled glass.
  7. Top each drink with club soda and garnish with a lemon wheel and bay leaf.