Just about everyone has the summer itch, with spring break nearly here or already gone, everyone is ready to soak up the sun. But if your opportunities are limited to catch some rays, then it’s time for you to get the summer punch you need with Koskenkorva Vodka. This Red River Punch is the perfect drink to sip back on when you’ve got summer on the brain.
As far as classic summer drinks go, this is one you want to remember. The addition of fresh raspberries adds a twist. As does the addition of a raw egg white, yes we know it’s an incredibly weird ingredient for a cocktail, but trust us, you won’t regret it.
Raspberry Punch Recipe
Before we get started, these are the raspberry benefits you need to know about.
Yes, even your summer cocktail in the middle of winter-slash-spring has its benefits! Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and fiber, raspberries are a super delicious fruit with so many health benefits. Chalk full of a high concentration of ellagic acid, a phenolic compound which prevents cancer, thereby it stops the growth of cancer cells and even eliminates the progress of cancers.
The oil found in raspberries has a sun protection factor. Moreover it helps to lose weight and even has anti-aging properties. All of these sound like health benefits we just can’t pass up. As you improve your immune system, these sweet berries will look after your overall health. Plus, it isn’t difficult to incorporate raspberries to your everyday routine. Add them to a recipe, eat them raw, add to yogurt, or add chilled raspberries to your drinks; any way you consume them will please your taste buds and produce nutrition at the same time. That’s what we call a win-win.
Red River Punch
Ingredients:
– 1.5 oz. Koskenkorva Vodka
– 0.5 oz. lemon juice
– 0.5 oz. sugar syrup
– 4 raspberries
– 1 egg white
– Soda water
Directions:
1. Muddle the raspberries in a shaker with the liquids and add the egg white.
2. Ensure that you shake vigorously with ice and then double strain in a wine glass.
3. Enjoy and let yourself believe that summer is just around the bend. 🙂