Boozy Lemonade Granita Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, combine water and sugar. Heat until the sugar dissolves, then remove from heat.
• STEP 2.Stir in freshly squeezed lemon juice and your choice of alcohol.
• STEP 3.Pour the mixture into a shallow dish and place it in the freezer.
• STEP 4.Every 30 minutes, scrape the mixture with a fork to create a granita texture.
• STEP 5.Continue scraping every 30 minutes until the mixture is fully frozen and has a slushy consistency.

Cooking Tips

• For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the alcohol and increase the amount of lemon juice.
• Feel free to experiment with different flavors by adding fruit puree or herbs like mint or basil.
• Serve the granita in chilled glasses or bowls for an extra refreshing experience.

Storage and Serving

• Once fully frozen, transfer the granita to an airtight container or individual serving dishes.
• It can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 week.
• Serve the granita chilled and garnish with fresh lemon slices or mint leaves.