Almond extract and pale ale join cilantro in a cocktail brightened with fresh squeezed lemon juice – perfect any time of year.

Makes 6 (1-cup) servings.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Almond-Ale Spritzer

Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro leaves
1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
2 cups ice cubes
1 teaspoon McCormick® Pure Almond Extract
2 cups seltzer water
1 bottle (12 ounces) pale ale

Directions

1. Mix sugar and cilantro in 2-quart pitcher with wooden spoon until cilantro is crushed. Add lemon juice, ice and extract; stir until most of the sugar is dissolved.

2. Stir in seltzer and ale; mix well. Pour into beverage glasses. Serve immediately.

Tips

Test Kitchen Tip: For a nonalcoholic version, prepare as directed, using 1 bottle (12 ounces) micro-brewed ginger ale in place of the ale.

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