A braai is simply not complete without a delicious beverage in-hand, and this Heritage Day is the perfect occasion to get creative and whip up a homemade cocktail using a lekker local spirit!
Aside from its African origin, Vusa Vodka is unlike 99% of vodkas in the market that are made with wheat, potatoes and corn. Crafted locally from the finest African sugarcane Vusa is distilled using the purest water from Lions River, KZN, in a copper pot still. The spirit’s unique filtration process through charred charcoal ensures a silky smooth, memorable finish perfect for sipping on the rocks or mixing in cocktails.
Vusa (verb) means “awaken” in Zulu, and true to its name the range will awaken the vibe at braais this upcoming Tuesday. So gear up with your tongs and cocktail shaker, and delight your guests with the mouth-watering cocktail recipes below:
Vusa Mule
Ingredients
75 ml Vusa Vodka
15 ml Hibiscus Monin
22 ml Lime juice
Ginger Beer (to top up)
Spicy Bitters (a dash)
Method
Add all ingredients to a highball glass rimmed with Tajin salt and filled with ice.
Vusa Vesper
Ingredients
45 ml Vusa Vodka
45 ml Bayab Gin
15 ml Hibiscus-infused Lillet
Dash of Bitters
Note: Add 2 tablespoons of hibiscus to a bottle of Lillet, leave it for 1 hour, then strain and keep it chilled.
Method
Stir all ingredients together and strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
The Vusa Vodka range currently boasts four irresistibly versatile flavours: Original, Mango & Chilli, Hibiscus & Ginger and Cocoa, Coffee & Sea Salt.
At the core of all Spearhead spirits is the soul and tradition of Africa’s flavourful ingredients. Vusa Vodka is homegrown in South Africa and crafted to suit the tastes and lifestyles of South African consumers.
Vusa Vodka (750ml) is available at a recommended retail price of R299 and can be purchased at selected TOPS at SPAR, Makro, Norman Goodfellows and online at Takealot and Port2port.
Vusa Vodka is not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Drink responsibly.
For more information on Spearhead Spirits visit https://www.spearheadspirits.com/ | Vusa Vodka: https://www.vusavodka.com/ or @vusavodka on Instagram
