Cola fans will find our Faux-Ca Cola Spritz quite refreshing! This cocktail was originally inspired by the excess of wrapped bubble gum found in the bottom of the kiddos’ trick-or-treat bag. You can chew the gum for a moment of super sweetness, followed by a less flavorful, stiff wad of gum to give your jaw a workout, OR… you can infuse your favorite vodka, and create a surprisingly delicious spritz. The combination of the bubble gum vodka and the bittersweetness of Averna, with its hint of licorice flavor, creates a cola-like taste that is truly enjoyable.
Faux-Ca Cola Spritz
INGREDIENTS
1.5 oz bubble gum-infused vodka
.75 oz Averna
Club soda to top off
INSTRUCTIONS
- Infuse your favorite vodka with Double Bubble, bubble gum (mix 2 cups vodka, and 10 pieces of gum in a mason jar, and let sit for at least 48 hours or up to 7 days).
- Add ice, infused vodka and Averna to a cocktail shaker.
- Shake and strain into stemmed wine glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda.
- Enjoy!
Recipe by Justin Matase / Styling and Photography by Keith Recker / Story by Star Laliberte
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