4 Cocktails to Celebrate National Vodka Day
October 4 is National Vodka Day. (Yes, it's a thing, along with National Taco Day — where is the poor margarita, though?) To help celebrate, Prince Lewis Vodka mixologist Nathaniel Lewis offers four libations to shake up your revelry.
Lemon Ginger Vodka Infusion
1 knob of ginger - peeled and chopped into chunks
4 lemons chopped into quarters
1 750ml bottle of vodka (80-90 proof for best results)
Combine in a wide mouth bottle with a lid. Let sit for 8 days. To serve strain liquid and remove solids. Perfect served over ice.
Prince Lewis Autumn Spice
2 shots of Vodka
2 shots of Apple Cider
Cinnamon Sticks
Whipped Cream
Combine apple cider, vodka, and cinnamon sticks in a small pot, warm on the stove top. Strain to Remove cinnamon stick and pour in heat-proof glasses. Top with whipped cream.
Prince Lewis Pumpkin Cream
1 shot Vodka
1 shot Irish Cream liqueur
1 shot Pumpkin Flavored Creamer
1 pinch Ground Nutmeg
Combine Vodka, Irish Cream and Creamer and pour over a cup of ice. Top with a pinch of ground nutmeg
The Makeout
1 shot Vodka
2 shot Sugar Free Tonic Water
1 shot Lime Juice
Fresh Mint Leaves
Combine and serve over ice