Courtside

March Madness is here, so let's get the ball rolling.


If a light, refreshing beverage is calling your name, put the Courtside in the game. She's ready to play.


As sweet as a spring afternoon, this cocktail is dangerously drinkable with its delicious fruit-forward flavor. The MVP's here are the fresh muddled berries, which can be enjoyed from your glass for more texture or strained out with a little effort. Vodka and elderflower liqueur make the perfect team while a touch of apple juice, lime and soda assist for the score.


Enjoy the Courtside over ice alongside your favorite game snacks. We're willing to bet this one won't get benched.


(Originally published 3/22/24)

Author
The Elevated Craft Team
Category

Cocktails

Ingredients

  • 1 to 3 Strawberries (hulled and ripe)
  • 3 to 5 Raspberries
  • 1 ½ oz. Vodka
  • ½ oz. St. Germain Elderflower Liqueur
  • 1 ½ oz. Unsweetened Apple Juice
  • ½ oz. Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
  • ⅓ oz. Simple Syrup (2:1 sugar and water)
  • Soda Water
  • Fresh Mint (for garnish)

Directions

  1. Muddle berries in the base of your Hybrid Cocktail Shaker.
  2. Add all other ingredients (except soda water) and shake with ice.
  3. Open pour shaker contents or finely strain into an ice-filled Hybrid Cocktail Glass. Top with soda water and garnish with mint and berries.

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