The Launchpad

Apr 16th, 2012

Want to unwind after working a long day behind the chair? Or get your summer party off to a fabulous start? Treat yourself to LP's fave drink, created exclusively for our readers by mixologist Alex Ball!

1 oz. vodka

1 oz. Triple Sec

1 oz. lemonade

3 slices of cucumbers, muddled

Serve chilled in a martini glass.

Enjoy!

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