Best 9 Lemon Vodka Recipes

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Lemon vodka is a delicious and versatile spirit that can be used in a variety of cocktails and other drinks. It is made by infusing vodka with lemon zest and juice, and can be made at home or purchased from a liquor store. Whether you are a seasoned mixologist or a novice bartender, there is a lemon vodka recipe out there that is perfect for you. With a little creativity, you can use lemon vodka to create unique and refreshing cocktails that will impress your friends and family. From classic lemon drop martinis to more creative concoctions, there are endless possibilities when it comes to using lemon vodka. In this article, we will explore some of the best lemon vodka recipes and provide tips for making the perfect lemon vodka at home.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CAPELLINI WITH SALMON AND LEMON-DILL-VODKA SAUCE



Capellini with Salmon and Lemon-Dill-Vodka Sauce image

Categories     Vodka     Fish     Herb     Pasta     Sauté     Dinner     Lemon     Salmon     Noodle     Dill     Gourmet     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, finely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth (24 fl oz)
1 cup heavy cream
1/3 cup vodka
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 cups flaked broiled salmon
10 oz capellini (angel-hair pasta; about two thirds of a 1-lb box)

Steps:

  • Cook onion in oil in a 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until softened (but not browned), about 6 minutes. Add broth, cream, vodka, and salt and boil over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally, until sauce is reduced to 2 cups, 40 to 50 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in dill, lemon zest and juice, and pepper. Reserve 1/2 cup sauce, then add salmon to saucepan and cook over moderately low heat until fish is just heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • While fish is heating, cook pasta in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta-cooking water, then drain pasta in a colander. Return pasta to pot, then toss with reserved sauce and cooking water. Serve pasta immediately with fish and sauce spooned over the top.

VODKA-LEMON SLUSH



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Make and share this Vodka-Lemon Slush recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KeyWee

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (6 ounce) cans frozen lemonade concentrate (thawed)
2 (6 ounce) cans frozen limeade concentrate (thawed)
1 (6 ounce) can frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)
3 1/2 cups water
2 cups vodka
1 cup sugar
carbonated beverage (such as 7-Up or Squirt)

Steps:

  • In a large plastic container combine all ingredients (except sodas) and mix well.
  • Cover& freeze overnight.
  • To serve, scrape a large spoon across the top of the frozen mixture and place 1/2 cup of slush into a 8-oz glass.
  • Fill with soda of choice.
  • cheers!

LEMON VODKA



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When I saw the episode of Ricardo doing this lemon vodka, I knew I had to try it. It's so yummy. You have to try it. The bottle has to be in a dark area for at least 7 days.

Provided by Boomette

Categories     Beverages

Time 25m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 grated washed lemons, zest and juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups plain vodka

Steps:

  • In a saucepan, bring the juice, zest and sugar to a boil. Stir until the sugar has dissolved. Cool.
  • In a bottle or a sealed glass container, combine the syrup and vodka. Allow to infuse in a dark area for 7 or more days.
  • Place a coffee filter in a strainer and filter the alcohol.
  • Store in the freezer until ready to serve.
  • Delicious after a winter activity. This lemon vodka is served in shot glass, in cocktails and martinis.

ICED VODKA WITH CUCUMBER, LEMON, AND MINT



Iced Vodka with Cucumber, Lemon, and Mint image

Categories     Fruit Juice     Vodka     Alcoholic     Cocktail     Lemon     Mint     Cucumber     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cups sugar
1 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
2 lemons, sliced into rounds
1/2 small cucumber, sliced
2 cups fresh lemon juice
2 cups vodka
1/2 cup water
3 cups ice cubes

Steps:

  • Mix sugar, mint, and lemon slices in pitcher, mashing slightly with back of spoon. Mix in cucumber. Let stand 30 minutes. Add lemon juice, vodka, and 1/2 cup water; stir to dissolve sugar. Chill at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours. Mix in ice and serve.

LEMON VODKA GRANITA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 4h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

Grated zest of 1 lemon
1 1/4 cups fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup simple sugar syrup (see recipe below)
1/4 cup vodka
Raspberries or blueberries for garnish
Sliced toasted almonds for garnish
1 cup water
1 cup sugar

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon zest and juice, syrup and vodka and transfer to a metal 13 x 9-inch baking pan. Freeze for 4 hours.
  • Remove baking pan from freezer and scrape surface with a spatula or fork to create large crystals. Transfer crystals to wine goblets and garnish with fresh berries and toasted almonds.
  • Bring water and sugar to a boil and boil until sugar is dissolved. Cool to room temperature and transfer to a jar. Store in a cool pantry or refrigerate.

LEMON-PEPPER VODKA



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Provided by Nancy Harmon Jenkins

Categories     easy

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 dozen fragrant peppercorns
Zest of one lemon
One 750-milliliter bottle of best-quality vodka

Steps:

  • Prepare the vodka at least 48 hours early. Place peppercorns and lemon zest in vodka, recork and leave to macerate 24 hours. Then place in freezer until ready to serve.
  • To keep the vodka icy cold at a picnic, start at home by placing the bottle in a larger container, such as a milk carton. Fill the container with water and freeze. When ready to set out, remove the carton and wrap the icy block of vodka in a towel.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 418, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 3 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

VODKA LEMON SHRIMP



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Make and share this Vodka Lemon Shrimp recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Abby Girl

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 10 skewers

Number Of Ingredients 11

30 large shrimp, peeled and devined (or medium, about 1 lb)
1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon lemon zest, grated
1/3 cup lemon juice, fresh
1/4 cup vodka
1/4 cup olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ginger, minced
1 garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Soak 10 wooden skewers in cold water for 30 minutes before starting.
  • Vodka Lemon Sauce: In a small saucepan, over low heat, combine sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice; heat gently until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Let cool, then stir in vodka, oil, ginger, garlic, salt and pepper.
  • Place shrimp in a deep bowl and spoon 3 T sauce over top; toss to combine. (do this no more than 30 minutes ahead or the lemon juice will start to toughen the shrimp) Set the remaining sauce aside in the saucepan.
  • Thread shrimp onto skewers, leaving space between pieces, Grill, turning once, for 5 minutes or until pink and opaque. Arrange skewers on a serving plate.
  • Whisk cornstarch into the remaining sauce and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes or until thickened and glossy. Transfer to a bowl and place next to the shrimp skewers. ~ Or ~ cook the shrimp on the stovetop. Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute shrimp, shaking pan for about 4 minutes or until pink and opaque.

LEMON VODKA GRANITA



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Categories     Vodka     Side     Lemon

Yield serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups water
2 cups sugar
Zest of 3 lemons, finely grated
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice, about 5 lemons
1 cup citrus-flavored vodka

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium heat, combine the water and sugar. Cook and stir until the sugar has dissolved and the syrup looks clear, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool the syrup by pouring it into a bowl and putting it into the refrigerator or over an ice bath. Add the lemon zest and lemon juice; stir to combine. Mix in the lemon vodka.
  • Pour the lemon mixture into a shallow baking pan and freeze for 1 hour. Using a fork or a couple of chopsticks, break up all the ice crystals on the bottom and sides of the pan. This incorporates air so the final product literally melts in your mouth. Freeze for 3 to 4 hours, until the mixture has reached a frozen granular consistency. You can serve it two ways: Either rake the granita with the tines of a fork for a snow-cone-like product or run an ice-cream scooper down the length for a smooth Italian-ice-like result. Spoon it into a wine or martini glass.

LEMON VODKA SLUSH RECIPE - (4.6/5)



Lemon Vodka Slush Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by ukiahgal67

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 cups water
3 cups white sugar
juice of 2 lemons
juice of 2 oranges
6 cups pineapple juice
2 cups grapefruit juice
4 cups lemonade + extra for mixing
5 cups vodka

Steps:

  • 1. Make a simple syrup by bringing the water to a boil in a saucepan and stirring in the sugar until it's completely dissolved. 2. Pour the simple syrup into a container and leave to cool to room temperature. When cooled, pour the rest of the ingredients into the container and stir well. 3. Freeze for at least 24 hours. When ready to serve, scoop out as much frosty stuff as you need to fill your glass and top with lemonade. If you struggle to drink it, mix it up a bit with a spoon or a straw to help dissolve the frostiness.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe lemons: The quality of your lemons will greatly impact the taste of your lemon vodka. Look for lemons that are bright yellow and heavy for their size.
  • Use zested lemons: Zesting the lemons before you juice them will release the essential oils and flavors of the lemon peel, resulting in a more flavorful vodka.
  • Use a good quality vodka: The type of vodka you use will also affect the taste of your lemon vodka. Choose a vodka that is smooth and has a neutral flavor.
  • Let the vodka infuse for at least 2 weeks: The longer you let the vodka infuse, the more flavor it will absorb from the lemons. If you're short on time, you can infuse the vodka for as little as 3 days, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Store the vodka in a cool, dark place: Once the vodka is infused, store it in a cool, dark place to preserve its flavor.

Conclusion:

Lemon vodka is a versatile spirit that can be used in a variety of cocktails and recipes. It's easy to make and can be infused with other flavors, such as herbs, spices, and fruits. With a little creativity, you can create your own unique lemon vodka that is perfect for any occasion.

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