Lemony Gingertinis

By Mague

Ingredients

• 2 lemons, divided
• 1 2 1/2-in. (6-cm) piece fresh gingerroot (about 2 oz/60 g), peeled
• 1/4 cup (50 mL) sugar
• 1 can (12 oz) frozen lemonade concentrate
• 4 cups (1 L) chilled club soda
• 1 cup (250 mL) lemon-flavored vodka (optional)
• 1/2 cup (125 mL) lemon sorbet

Details

Servings 8
Adapted from new.pamperedchef.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Zest lemons using Microplane® Adjustable Fine Grater. Cut lemons in half crosswise using Utility Knife. Cut two thin slices from one lemon. Cut slices into quarters and cut one slit into each quarter; set quarters aside for garnish. Juice remaining lemons to measure about 1/3 cup (75 mL) juice using Juicer.

2. Finely mince gingerroot using Food Chopper. Combine lemon zest, juice, ginger and sugar in Small Batter Bowl; cover loosely with lid. Microwave on HIGH 2-3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved.

3. Place lemonade concentrate into Quick-Stir® Pitcher. Pour ginger mixture through (7-in.) Strainer into pitcher; discard ginger. Add club soda and vodka, if desired. Place lid onto pitcher and plunge gently.

4. To serve, scoop sorbet into glasses using Small Scoop. Pour beverage over sorbet. Garnish glasses with reserved lemon quarters.

Cook's Tips:
The Food Chopper makes easy work of mincing the gingerroot. This fine chop allows more flavor to penetrate into the syrup.

For a delicious, nonalcoholic version of this recipe, substitute an additional 1 cup (250 mL) chilled club soda for the vodka.