Spiked Lemon Shake-Up co*cktail (2024)

By Melissa Erdelac · August 29, 2017 (updated June 15, 2021) · 4 Community Comments

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Spiked Lemon Shake-Up co*cktail is your classic vodka lemonade drink brought to the next level. It’s still quick and easy to throw together, but has a fresher taste, just like those timeless lemon shake-ups enjoyed at fairs and festivals.

Fair favorite lemon shake-up!

If you always make a stop at your local fair’s lemon shake-up stand, then you will love this spiked adult version with vodka! It’s a hit for grill outs and parties and tastes exactly like everyone’s favorite of the summer!

ingredient notes

• Citrus vodka – Using a citrus vodka, such as Smirnoff Citrus or Absolut Citron gives an extra boost of lemon taste without having to squeeze a lot of lemon juice.
• Limoncello – Similar to the vodka, it adds another layer of bright citrus
• Simple Syrup – A one-to-one combination of sugar and water that has been dissolved, makes the sweetener easier to combine into the drink. If you’d rather substitute granulated sugar, use 1 tablespoon per drink. Alternatively, adjust the sugar to taste.
• Lemon juice – Since you have the citrus vodka and limoncellos, spiked lemon-shake ups only require one ounce of fresh lemon juice.
• Soda water – Gives a bit of fizz and mellows out the drink.

How to make a spiked lemon shake-up

1. In a co*cktail shaker combine the vodka, limoncello, simple syrup, and lemon juice.
2. Add ice and shake very vigorously to combine.
3. Pour in a glass, filled with ice, and top with soda water.

Making a Pitcher

Make-ahead tips

For a large gathering or party, it’s best to squeeze a supply of lemon juice beforehand. I use my electric citrus press to make this task quicker and easier, but any sort of citrus juicer will do. Store refrigerated in an airtight container until ready to use.

Substituting simple syrup

If you don’t have simple syrup on hand, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar may be substituted. However, be sure to shake vigorously because sugar will be harder to dissolve than syrup.

Like any sweetened co*cktails, the amount of sweetener used is up to you. Also, you can adjust the type. Refer to this refreshing summer dark rum mojito recipe for other suggested sweeteners to use in co*cktail recipes.

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