The Chew: Grandma’s Kiwi Vodka Soda
Clinton Kelly took a trip to Brooklyn to visit Butter and Scotch, where they combine the best cocktails and desserts to make the most incredible treats you could ever imagine! They craft American desserts with a twist, allowing people to connect with their childhood in a very adults-only way. Clinton got to taste-test some of their best pairings, including champagne with birthday cake and vodka with a hot fudge sundae. Clinton was absolutely blown away by the deliciousness of their treats! Because of his trip and the amount of recipes inspired by the owners’ grandparents, he wanted to share a recipe for a cocktail inspired by his own grandmother! His Kiwi Vodka Soda is a refreshing way to take the edge off!
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The Chew: Grandma’s Kiwi Vodka Soda Recipe Ingredients

Clinton Kelly was inspired by a trip to a Brooklyn bar to make a cocktail like his grandmother used to! This Kiwi Vodka Soda is a delight! (uka0310 / Flickr)
For the Mint Simple Syrup:
- 1 C water
- 1 C sugar
- 5 mint leaves + more to garnish
For the Vodka Soda:
- 1 peel orange
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 kiwi – skin removed, sliced into thin rounds
- 1/2 tbsp mint simple syrup
- 4 oz soda water
The Chew: Grandma’s Kiwi Vodka Soda Recipe Directions
For the Mint Simple Syrup:
- In a small saucepan, add the water, sugar, and mint leaves
- Bring to a boil, then simmer until the sugar dissolves
- Strain and let cool completely
For the Vodka Soda:
- Add 2 kiwi rounds, an orange rind, and the simple syrup to the bottom of a highball glass
- Muddle to bring the ingredients together
- Fill a glass with ice
- Add the vodka and soda water, then stir
- Garnish with mint
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