When the summer heat subsides, there’s nothing better than a delicious frozen drink. These refreshing drinks will cool you down and give you a nice kick. The renowned New York bar’s latest offering, the Frozen Lemon Drop, could be the drink of summer 2024.
Bar Piserino Behind the recipe is a delicious mix of lemon sorbet, prosecco and vodka. Served in a neat upright glass with a classic paper straw and garnished with fresh citrus peel, the Sgroppino is a drink to sip on now. It’s no wonder that crowds flock to this West Village establishment on humid afternoons and evenings for this delicious slice of lemon drop.
What’s not to like? The lemon makes the drink infinitely brighter like a sun kiss, the prosecco melds the flavors, the vodka gives it a punch, and the sorbet’s sweet and tart flavors dance on your palate. If there was ever an adult drink that was the equivalent of hanging out in front of a splashing fire hydrant in mid-August, this might just be it.
Simply put, Italian culture knows how to beat the heat. The Mediterranean playground is behind everything from the ever-trendy Spritz to flavored sodas and limoncello. Sure, you could always add more ice to your favorite drink, but sometimes that just isn’t enough. Elevate your taste buds with a drink like Sgroppino, which not only excels in its perfectly paired ingredients, but also in its great texture and ideal temperature.
If you can make it to the East Coast, do it. The New York bar scene is well worth exploring, but if you can only sip on a drink that evokes balmy days in New York, this is it. Not to mention easy to make and enjoyable, you can sip it on your forehead between sips on the warmest of nights, or make a big batch for a gathering of friends.
Frozen drinks are the drink of summer. They’re in season right now. Read on to find out how to make them.
Sgroppino
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Start with the basic recipe below, but feel free to use this tried-and-true template. Try different variations of citrus sorbet or even incorporate bittersweet Italian amari. If you’re feeling really DIY, try making your own sorbet.
material
- 1/2 ounce vodka
- 1 ounce Prosecco
- 3 tablespoons lemon sorbet
- 1 lemon slice for garnish
Method
- Combine sorbet, prosecco, and vodka in a small bowl and whisk until smooth.
- Pour into chilled frappe glasses and garnish with lemon peel and lemon slices.
But there’s more! Check out our easy cocktail recipes and our feature on fun sparkling wine cocktails. Cheers to the summer solstice!
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