Delicious and easy to make vodka cocktails! From Moscow mules to the best vodka mixed drinks. These are delicious and easy cocktails to make.
Did you know that recent studies show that moderate consumption of vodka has mental health benefits, and increases feelings of confidence and assertiveness? You probably don’t need scientists to tell you that vodka cocktails make you feel good. Vodka is the base of some of the most refreshing and mood-enhancing cocktails out there!
What Is Vodka?
Vodka is a distilled spirit made from fermented cereal grains or potatoes. It’s a clear liquid that originated in Russia but has spread worldwide due to its popularity.
Pure vodka is a great base liquor that pairs well with almost anything. Vodka is smooth enough that you can drink it on its own. But it is also the foundation of both sweet and savory cocktails!
The Best Vodka Cocktails to Make
Lavender Apple Vodka Cocktail
A three ingredients cocktail made with lavender infused apple juice and vodka.
Classic Moscow Mule
Learn how to make a classic Moscow Mule with our three ingredient recipe. Also, sharing tips on making different versions and ways to spruce it up!
Red Pepper Jelly Vodka Cocktail
If you like spicy cocktails and classic red pepper jelly, this cocktail is for you! Containing only three ingredients, it’s super quick to make, refreshing and unique!
Classic Cosmopolitan Vodka Cocktail
This is the best Cosmopolitan Cocktail recipe! It’s easy to make and uses only 4 simple ingredients: Vodka, Cranberry Juice, Lime Juice and Cointreau.
The Best Dirty Martini
Our favorite dirty martini recipe and the history of this classic drink! We’re sharing all of the details about making this cocktail shaken and stirred!
Lemon Drop Martini
The bright, refreshing flavor of the lemon drop martini is a simple, yet easy drink to miss the mark on. We cover everything you need to know to nail this cocktail!
Smoky Lemon Mule
These smoky lemon mules are a twist on the classic Moscow Mule. They’re made with fresh lemon juice and a little mezcal to give it the smoky flavor.
Tomatillo Bloody Mary
If you love tomatillos as much as we do, you have to try this recipe for Tomatillo Bloody Marys! It’s as good as it sounds, a meal in a glass!
Fig & Olive Cocktail
A refreshing cocktail made with blood orange, cucumber vodka, simple syrup and olive oil! It’s unique and so flavorful!
Bikini Cocktail
We’re mixing up a sparkling grapefruit cocktail with vodka. It’s a light and refreshing cocktail for sipping by the pool this summer. In fact, it’s so summery we’re calling it a Bikini Cocktail!
What Are the Most Popular Cocktails?
Did you know that the martini has been around since 1849? Good things seem to get better over time. Even now, the martini is one of the most popular vodka cocktails and every bartender has their own twist.
These are some of the most popular vodka cocktails:
What Is a Good Mixture With Vodka?
Vodka’s neutral flavor lends it well to paring with almost any flavor. Some cocktails are more savory, like the salty dirty martini. However, most vodka cocktails tend to be slightly sweet.
Vodka pairs well with fruits and citrus flavors. Some of the best mixers for vodka cocktails are juices!
What Is the Healthiest Mixer for Vodka?
Vodka is one of the easiest liquors for fitting cocktails into your diet. If you mix vodka with soda water, you have a light beverage with very few calories!
You can also add a squeeze of lime to add a bit of a flavor. This is also a great way to enjoy quality vodkas without diluting the flavor with too many mixers.
Two Ingredient Vodka Drinks
Some drinks need you to keep a lot of different mixers and bitters on hand. Luckily, you can easily mix up some quick and easy cocktails with just two ingredients.
- Cape Codder (vodka and cranberry)
- Screwdriver (vodka and orange juice)
- Tomato Juice and Vodka
- Vodka and Grapefruit Juice
- Tonic Water and Vodka
- Voka and Apple Juice
- Pineapple Juice and Vodka
We like 2 ounces vodka to 4 ounce juice and serve it over ice. The best part is that you can adjust this to make it exactly how you like!
It pairs well with almost any juice, so feel free to experiment with your favorite flavors! All of these options make for wonderful vodka cocktails for summer.
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Vodka and Juice
Ingredients
- 2 ounces vodka
- 4 ounces juice
Instructions
- Pour the vodka and juice into a glass over ice.
- You can also shake the vodka and juice in a cocktail shaker, then poor over ice as well.
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