The classic mixed drink is souped-up in this fancier version with a bit of Aperol or Campari, honey-lemon juice, and thyme. The recipe below makes 2 cocktails.
Ingredients
Juice of ½ lemon
1.5Tbsphoney
4 thyme sprigs
10ozfreshly-squeezed orange juice, very cold
3ozvodka, very cold
3ozAperol of Campari, very cold
3ozClub soda, very cold
2slices of fresh orange, as garnish
Instructions
Combine lemon juice with the honey and thyme and orange juice and stir until fully combined.
Mix in the vodka, Aperol, and Club soda and gently stir to combine.
Pour into tall glasses over ice, garnished with the fresh orange slices.