The Recess Fizz

A shaken, lightly effervescent cocktail built on Pumpkin Spice Chai, brightened with lemon and vodka. Perfect across autumn and winter, and always a treat for exhausted teachers and parents. The drink can be crafted with alcohol, or as a nonalcoholic treat.

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Pumpkin Spice Chai, strong-brewed and chilled
• 1.5 ounces vodka
• 0.8 ounces fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 ounces simple syrup
• 2 ounces soda water
• 1 lemon wheel
• 1 pinch grated nutmeg

Steps

1: Brew and chill chai: Brew 2 ounces Pumpkin Spice Chai, strong-brewed and chilled strong (double-strength) and chill fully before use.

2: Shake: Add 2 ounces Pumpkin Spice Chai, strong-brewed and chilled, 1.5 ounces vodka, 0.8 ounces fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 ounces simple syrup to a shaker with ice. Shake hard for 10-12 seconds.

3: Strain and top: Strain into an ice-filled highball glass. Top with 2 ounces soda water.

4: Garnish: Garnish with 1 lemon wheel and a pinch of 1 pinch grated nutmeg. Serve immediately.

For a nonalcoholic version of the drink, eliminate the vodka and run with 2.5 ounces of the brewed chai and 3 ounces of the soda water.