Vodka Punch

Long time no see foodies!

We had our annual summer BBQ this past weekend and I wanted to make a yummy adult beverage. I found a Vodka Punch recipe and followed it exactly and doubled it to fill this 2 gallon drink dispenser.  It was perfect for two reasons. One, the flavors were spot on and perfect for summer. Two, it's perfect for the light weight drinkers.  I kept the vodka bottle next to the punch for those more seasoned drinkers that wanted to add a shot or two to their glass. Remember you can always add more, but you can't take out.  I added orange and lime slices for decoration. Everyone loved it and I will be making it again!

Source: Vodka Punch
Rating: 5 forks

Vodka Slush

I am two weeks late posting this! For the 4th my husband and I had my family over for a BBQ.  I made a Vodka Slush for us all to enjoy and it was wonderful! I got a slush recipe from a friend and it worked out nicely. I did make several changes to suit my taste.  I also found several recipes online as well which I pulled from for inspiration when making my changes.  Next time I may leave out the tea altogether and see how that taste. There are so many things you can do to alter this recipe, that's what I love about it most!

My changes:

• Instead of rum, I used vodka. I also increased the amount. (I used the entire 750 ml bottle).
• Instead of regular tea bags, I used an Orange Pekoe tea.
• Instead of frozen Lemonade and Limeade, I used Lemonade and pulp free Orange Juice.
• Instead of using Coke, I used Diet Sprite (for me) and regular Sprite for guests.
• I also cut the amount of sugar in half.
• I garnished with Orange and Lime slices.

I didn't want to post my friend's family recipe, so I found a very close one from the Internet.  Remember you can totally tweak this to your individual tastes.

Rating: 4 forks
Alternative Source: http://www.cooks.com/rec/view/0,173,151169-249198,00.html