Instructions: You may substitute 15 limes, 6 grapefruits, 10 blood oranges, 12 mandarin oranges, or 8 regular oranges for the 10 lemons.

Place vodka and zest in a sealable jar, like a mason jar and allow to sit in a cool place for 4 days.

On the fifth day place the sugar and the water in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to cook 5 minutes, remove from heat and allow to cool. Add sugar solution to the vodka solution and allow to stand overnight.

Strain through a layer of cheesecloth in a conical sieve, pressing the solids firmly. Strain again through a second layer in the same manner. Chill and allow to stand 1 week. Serve very cold.

This recipe yields almost 2 quarts.

Yield: 2 quarts

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