Effortless Russian Blue Moon (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Cocktail Base

01 - Ice cubes
02 - 7 ml simple syrup
03 - 7 ml fresh lemon juice
04 - 15 ml crème de violette
05 - 15 ml blue curaçao
06 - 45 ml vodka

# Instructions:

01 - Go ahead and pour your drink right away to keep it bright and chilly.
02 - Top it off with a cherry or curl of lemon if you like.
03 - Strain the drink into a cold coupe or martini glass.
04 - Put the cap on tight and shake for 15 seconds until it feels super cold.
05 - Next, toss in your freshly squeezed lemon juice along with the simple syrup.
06 - Grab your vodka and pour it in first, then add blue curaçao and a splash of crème de violette.
07 - Start off by piling half the shaker with ice.

# Notes:

01 - Better vodka means your drink goes down smoother.
02 - That splash of crème de violette brings a little flowery touch to balance the sweet.
03 - Make it more or less sweet by tweaking how much simple syrup you use.
04 - Always squeeze lemons fresh—the flavor is so much brighter.
05 - Sip it as soon as you pour so you don't lose that bold color or icy chill.