Anaconda Keneipp

Name: Anaconda Keneipp
Yield: Makes 2 drinks.
Ingredients: 3 ounces (2 jiggers) vodka; 3 ounces (2 jiggers) fresh lemon juice; Chilled club soda; Lemon slices for garnish

August 20, 2004

Last year, while traveling near the Amazon in Peru, I stayed at a delightful river camp north of Iquitos. Wanting a drink somewhat drier than a Pisco Sour, I created — with the assistance of the bartender — the "Anaconda." It is simple but proved most refreshing after my daily jungle treks.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 2 drinks.

Ingredients

3 ounces (2 jiggers) vodka

3 ounces (2 jiggers) fresh lemon juice

Chilled club soda

Lemon slices for garnish

Preparation

In each of 2 tall glasses filled with ice cubes stir together half the vodka and half the lemon juice, top off the drinks with the club soda, and garnish them with the lemon slices.

TagsCocktail Alcohol Beverages Vodka Peruvian South American Latin American Lemon Citrus Fruit Nut Free Gluten Free Dairy Free Easy Quick 30 Minutes or Less No-Cook Gourmet

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