Source: Brent Hofacker, AdobeStockThe Screwdriver is one of the most popular yet simple cocktails. It's the easiest one to start with when making homemade cocktails. We're sharing 15 of the best recipes! It's best to use freshly squeezed juice.
1. Classic Screwdriver
Source: artcafe-royal.ruThe traditional recipe is based on fresh orange juice and vodka.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 100 ml orange juice, 30 g orange, 180 g ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in the vodka, add the orange juice, and stir gently. Garnish the cocktail with an orange slice.
2. Screwdriver with Gin
Source: publy.ruIf you don't want to use regular vodka, try this recipe.
You will need: 50 ml gin, 150 ml orange juice, 1 orange slice, 180 g ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice, add gin and orange juice, then stir gently. Add an orange slice at the end.
3. Moonshine Screwdriver
Source: pinterest.comUndoubtedly, the strongest version of the Screwdriver.
You will need: 50 ml moonshine, 150 ml orange juice, 1 orange slice, 180 g ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice and pour in the moonshine. Top it with orange juice and stir. Garnish the finished cocktail with an orange slice.
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4. Shaken Screwdriver
Source: supersoda.ruThis way, the cocktail will mix better and have a smoother taste.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 100-150 ml orange juice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Shake vodka and orange juice in a shaker, then pour into the glass.
5. Screwdriver with Coca-Cola
Source: mavink.comAn interesting variation of the Screwdriver if you want some variety.
You will need: 200 g ice, 60 ml vodka, 120 ml orange juice, 30 ml Coca-Cola.
Preparation: Fill a chilled glass with ice. Pour in vodka, orange juice, and Coca-Cola in sequence. Gently stir the cocktail.
6. Screwdriver with Grenadine
Source: lobsterhouse.ruGrenadine always adds pleasant flavor notes to drinks.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 150 ml orange juice, 10 ml grenadine.
Preparation: Fill a chilled glass with ice. Pour in grenadine, then vodka, and top the cocktail with orange juice. Gently stir the Screwdriver and serve.
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7. Sweet Screwdriver
Source: mirtesen.ruRegular sugar might not dissolve well, but with syrup, there's no problem.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 10 ml sugar syrup, 150 ml orange juice.
Preparation: Add ice to a glass. Pour vodka, sugar syrup, and orange juice into a shaker, shake, and strain the Screwdriver into the glass with ice.
8. Screwdriver with Lemon
Source: pulse.mail.ruThis Screwdriver recipe will appeal more to those who love a sour taste!
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 100 ml orange juice, 50 ml lemon juice, 1 lemon slice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in vodka, lemon juice, and then orange juice. Stir the cocktail and garnish it with a lemon slice.
9. Screwdriver with Grapefruit
Source: blogspot.comAnother citrus variation of the popular cocktail.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 100 ml orange juice, 50 ml grapefruit juice, 1 orange or grapefruit slice.
Preparation: Fill a chilled glass with ice. Shake vodka and both types of juice in a shaker and strain over the ice. Garnish the finished Screwdriver with a citrus slice.
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10. Screwdriver with Crushed Ice
Source: lobsterhouse.ruA summery, refreshing, and very beautiful option.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 150 ml orange juice, 1 orange slice.
Preparation: Crush the ice in a blender or by any other method and fill a chilled glass with it. Add vodka and orange juice, stir the cocktail, and add an orange slice.
11. Upside-Down Screwdriver
Source: dzen.ruA strong cocktail with different proportions and ingredient order.
You will need: 100 ml vodka, 50 ml orange juice, 200 g ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice, pour in orange juice, and then vodka. Gently stir the cocktail and garnish to taste.
12. Sonic Screwdriver
Source: pinterest.comThe secret to this Screwdriver recipe is the addition of Blue Curaçao liqueur.
You will need: 25 ml vodka, 25 ml Blue Curaçao liqueur, 100-150 ml orange juice, 200 g ice.
Preparation: Fill a chilled glass with ice. Pour in vodka, Blue Curaçao, and then top with orange juice. Stir the cocktail.
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13. Non-Alcoholic Screwdriver
Source: zdorovogotovim.ruA good alternative to regular summer lemonade.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml tonic, 100 ml orange juice, 1 orange slice.
Preparation: Add ice to a glass and pour in tonic. Add orange juice, stir the cocktail, and add an orange slice.
14. Screwdriver with Fresh Orange Juice
Source: naungon.comOptionally, you can strain the fresh juice to remove pulp or leave it as is.
You will need: 200 g ice, 50 ml vodka, 2 oranges.
Preparation: Squeeze the juice from the oranges using any available method. Fill a glass with ice, pour in vodka, and top everything with fresh orange juice. Stir the cocktail.
15. Screwdriver with Fanta
Source: mebellka.ruNot classic at all, but still a noteworthy variation.
You will need: 200 g ice, 1 orange slice, 50 ml vodka, 150 ml Fanta.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice and pour in vodka. Add Fanta, gently stir the cocktail, and garnish the finished Screwdriver with an orange slice.