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Thai Lime Smash

Thai Lime Smash

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Prep Time: 4 minutes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chili Pepper Cocktails, classic vodka cocktails, infused cocktails, Lime Juice, Simple Vodka Cocktails, vodka cocktails
Servings: 1
Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • 1 oz Tom Yum–infused simple syrup
  • 1 kaffir lime leaf
  • 1 dime-sized slice of galangal
  • Crushed chili-roasted peanuts for rimming
  • Garnish: Chili pepper and lime wheel

Instructions

  • Rim the edge of your glass with lime juice, then dip into crushed chili-roasted peanuts. Set aside.
  • In a shaker, gently muddle the galangal and kaffir lime leaf to release their flavor.
  • Add vodka, lime juice, and Tom Yum–infused syrup to the shaker. Fill with ice and shake for about 15 seconds.
  • Double strain into your prepared glass over fresh ice.
  • Add a chili pepper and lime wheel for garnish.

Notes

Pro Tips
  • You can make Tom Yum syrup by simmering lemongrass, galangal, chili, and lime leaf in equal parts water and sugar.
  • Adjust chili in the rim or syrup for your spice level.
  • Muddling too hard can make it bitter, press gently.
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