Active Time

　　10 min

　　Total Time

　　1 1/4 hr

　　Aromatic sprigs of rosemary smooth out vodka-spiked lemonade, providing a bracing counterpoint to the lusty flavors of the many antipasti dishes. It's a great addition to anyone's cocktail canon. To make a kid-friendly quaff, simply omit the vodka.

　　

Ingredients

1 cup fresh lemon juice

　　1 cup sugar

　　2 (8-inch) rosemary sprigs

　　1/2 cup vodka

　　Chilled club soda or seltzer

　　Garnish: 8 (3-inch) rosemary sprigs

　　

Step 1

Bring lemon juice, sugar, and rosemary to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes. Cool completely, about 1 hour. Discard rosemary sprigs.

　　

Step 2

Fill 8 (8-ounces) glasses halfway with ice. Divide syrup (about 2 tablespoons each) among glasses and add vodka (1 tablespoon each). Top off with club soda.