Clementine Vodka Smash

Looking for a simple, crowd-pleasing cocktail to serve this Easter—or really anytime spring is in the air? Meet the Clementine Vodka Smash 🍊

This refreshing citrus cocktail is light, herby, and beyond easy to whip up. Plus, it’s super flexible: turn it into a mocktail, swap in gin or bourbon, or batch it for your brunch table.

Clementines (aka Cuties or Halos) are sweet, juicy, and in season during spring, which makes this drink peak sunshine in a glass. Add a little thyme, lemon, and honey—and boom! A smash hit.

Why You’ll Love This Cocktail

• Quick + easy – Comes together in minutes with minimal ingredients.
• Seasonal citrus – Clementines are at their best this time of year!
• Versatile – Works with vodka, gin, bourbon—or none at all for a zero-proof option.
• Perfect for spring gatherings – Easter, brunch, baby showers, or sunny patio hangs.

Honey Syrup

A quick sweetener that blends beautifully with lemon and citrus:

• Mix equal parts honey and hot water (e.g. 1/2 cup each)
• Stir until dissolved
• Store in the fridge for up to 1 week

Variations & Tips

• Make it a mocktail by skipping the alcohol and adding extra soda water.
• Use gin or bourbon to switch up the flavor profile—gin for more herbal brightness, bourbon for a cozy twist.
• Want it sweeter? Add a full ounce of honey syrup.
• Batch it for a party by scaling the ingredients and shaking each serving to order.

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When to Serve This

• Easter brunch
• Springtime showers or parties
• Backyard hangs
• Citrus season celebrations

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Final Sip

The Clementine Vodka Smash is juicy, herby, and endlessly adaptable—aka exactly the kind of drink I’ll be making all spring long. If you’ve got a bag of Cuties lying around, this is your sign to get shaking.