Chardonnay Creamsicle PItcher Cocktail
Making this recipe as a pitcher cocktail? Batch all ingredients together, except for the seltzer, and chill down in the fridge up to a day in advance. When you’re ready to serve, pour the mixture over ice in a punch bowl or pitcher and add the seltzer and garnishes. Prepare Vanilla-Thyme Syrup. In a pitcher or punch bowl, combine one 750-ml bottle Chardonnay, 1 3/4 cups vodka or citrus vodka, 3 1/2 cups freshly squeezed orange or clementine juice, 3/4 cup Vanilla-Thyme Syrup, and 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice. Add ice, top with 1 3/4 cups seltzer, and add 8 to 12 sprigs fresh thyme for garnish. Serve individual servings over fresh ice and garnish with additional thyme sprigs.
