Sarasota's Mango Lemonade With A Kick

I love mango, and trust me ... When mangoes are in season, i have bags of them. And i love lemonade, so this is the perfect drink. Add some vodka or bourbon for the adults or just serve as is - it is a great refreshing drink for the spring and summer seasons. Light refreshing and can be served breakfast, lunch, dinner or after hours.

Steps

Simple syrup -- in a small sauce pan , add the water , sugar and ginger and bring to a boil.

Reduce to medium low and simmer for 5 minutes to infuse the ginger flavor.

Remove from the heat and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours.

Puree -- in a blender , add the mango , lemon juice and chilled simple syrup until smooth.

Then add to a pitcher , and chill for another 2-3 hours until icy cold.

Serve -- in the pitcher with the mango lemonade puree , add the club soda and mix well.

To each glass , add ice and a few mint leaves , top with the mango lemonade and garnish with a fresh lemon slice.

Easy and refreshing.

For the adults: one shot of either vodka or bourbon to each glass.

Enjoy !.

Ingredients

mango, fresh lemon juice, club soda, fresh ginger, sugar, water, of fresh mint, lemon, vodka, bourbon