Source: Arinahabich, AdobeStockEven those who don't drink vodka straight rarely refuse cocktails made with it. This is because they are very diverse – you can find an option for every taste, and of varying strengths. We've put together a large selection of ideas and recipes for you!
1. Bloody Mary
Source: inshaker.comAdd spices to taste to the finished cocktail and serve it with a celery stick as a garnish.
You will need: 90 ml tomato juice, 40 ml vodka, 15 ml lemon juice, 2-3 drops each of Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce, ice.
Preparation: Pour all ingredients into a shaker, add a couple of ice cubes, and gently mix the cocktail by rolling the shaker from hand to hand. Strain the drink into a chilled glass.
2. Blue Lagoon
Source: mirtesen.ruA favorite among club and bar regulars – at least for its vibrant appearance.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 20 ml Blue Curaçao liqueur, 150 ml Sprite, ice, pineapple.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice, pour in the vodka and liqueur, then top with Sprite and stir the cocktail with a bar spoon. Garnish with a pineapple slice.
3. White Russian
Source: ok-magazine.ruThis cocktail will appeal to all lovers of creamy coffee flavors.
You will need: 30 ml vodka, 30 ml coffee liqueur, 30 ml cream, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour in the cream, coffee liqueur, and vodka, and gently stir everything with a long bar spoon.
4. Sex on the Beach
Source: pinterest.comThe classic recipe uses peach liqueur, but you can try different fruit liqueurs.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 20 ml peach liqueur or schnapps, 40 ml pineapple juice, 40 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice. Pour all ingredients into a shaker with ice, shake the cocktail thoroughly, and strain it into the glass.
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5. Long Island Iced Tea
Source: secretdiscounter.comSo many ingredients – and consequently, such a multifaceted taste.
You will need: 30 ml vodka, 30 ml light rum, 30 ml silver tequila, 30 ml gin, 30 ml Triple Sec liqueur, 30 ml sugar syrup, 30 ml lemon juice, 100 ml Coca-Cola, ice.
Preparation: Fill a large glass with ice. Pour in the lemon juice, sugar syrup, and Triple Sec. One by one, pour in all the remaining alcohol, top the cocktail with Coca-Cola, and stir with a bar spoon.
6. Screwdriver
Source: pinterest.comOne of the simplest and most accessible vodka cocktails.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 150 ml orange juice, 1 orange slice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice, pour in the vodka, top the cocktail with orange juice, and stir. Garnish with an orange slice.
7. Vodka Martini
Source: pixelrz.comA simple classic mix for lovers of tried-and-true solutions.
You will need: 75 ml vodka, 15 ml dry vermouth, ice, olives.
Preparation: Shake vodka and vermouth in a shaker with ice. Strain into a pre-chilled glass and garnish with olives on a skewer.
8. Cosmopolitan
Source: attuale.ruThe perfect choice for friendly gatherings and home parties.
You will need: 45 ml vodka, 15 ml orange liqueur, 8 ml lime juice, 30 ml cranberry juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake the cocktail well. Strain it into a pre-chilled glass.
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9. Cranberry Cocktail with Vodka and Rum
Source: recipes.netBright, delicious, very unusual, and prepared in a couple of minutes.
You will need: 30 ml vodka, 30 ml light rum, 15 ml sugar syrup, 90 ml cranberry juice, 5 ml lemon juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a tall glass with ice and pour in all ingredients, with cranberry juice being the last. Stir the cocktail with a bar spoon.
10. Tropical Vodka Cocktail
Source: pinterest.comWill definitely appeal to lovers of Piña Colada and its variations.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 30 ml coconut syrup, 75 ml milk, 100 ml pineapple juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in all ingredients, and shake thoroughly. Pour the cocktail into a glass and garnish with fruit, cream, or ice cream.
11. Espresso Martini
Source: lakesdistillery.comAn aromatic and very tasty coffee cocktail with vodka, which would be appropriate to garnish with coffee beans.
You will need: 30 ml vodka, 5 ml vanilla syrup, 15 ml coffee liqueur, 50 ml cold espresso, ice.
Preparation: Pour all ingredients into a shaker, fill it with ice cubes, and shake well. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
12. Apple Martini
Source: pinterest.comGarnish it with an apple slice or a cinnamon stick.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 1 tsp lemon juice, 50 ml apple juice, 1 tsp maple syrup, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with crushed ice and pour in all ingredients. Shake the cocktail well and strain it into a chilled glass.
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13. Vodka and Brandy Cocktail
Source: vk.comA strong American cocktail that should be drunk very carefully.
You will need: 45 ml vodka, 15 ml cherry brandy, 15 ml cognac, ice.
Preparation: Fill a shaker with ice, pour in the vodka, cognac, and cherry brandy, and shake thoroughly. Pour the cocktail into a chilled glass.
14. Caipiroska
Source: traveltimes.ruA sweet citrus cocktail consisting of only three ingredients.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 60 g lime, 20 ml sugar syrup, ice.
Preparation: Place two lime wedges in a glass, gently muddle them, and fill with crushed ice. Pour in the sugar syrup and vodka, and stir the cocktail with a bar spoon. Add a little more ice.
15. Salty Dog
Source: pinterest.comA grapefruit slice would be suitable for garnish.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 150 ml grapefruit juice, salt, ice.
Preparation: Moisten the rim of the glass with water and dip it in salt for a salted rim. Fill the glass with ice, pour in the vodka, top with grapefruit juice, and gently stir the cocktail.
16. Moscow Mule
Source: rcept.ruThis cocktail has long been a global classic and is traditionally served in a copper mug.
You will need: 50 ml vodka, 10 ml lime juice, 100 ml ginger ale, ice, mint, berries to taste.
Preparation: Fill a glass with crushed ice, pour in the lime juice and vodka. Top with ginger ale, stir the cocktail, and garnish with berries and mint.
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17. Vodka Sour
Source: podacha-blud.comA refreshing foamy cocktail with whipped egg white and a lemon tang.
You will need: 60 ml vodka, 20 ml lemon juice, 10 ml sugar syrup, 1 egg white, ice.
Preparation: Add some crushed ice to a shaker and pour in all ingredients. Shake the cocktail vigorously until foam forms and pour into a chilled glass.
18. Coffee Cocktail with Ice Cream
Source: primedrink.ruIt's best to use vanilla ice cream or a rich cream-based ice cream.
You will need: 60 g ice cream, 45 ml vodka, 15 ml coffee liqueur, 60 ml cream, ice.
Preparation: In a shaker with ice, shake the vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream. Pour the cocktail into a glass and add a scoop of ice cream.
19. Cocktail with Vodka and Dark Rum
Source: pinterest.comFreshly squeezed orange juice would be perfect here.
You will need: 20 ml vodka, 20 ml dark rum, 75 ml orange juice, ice.
Preparation: Fill a glass with ice, pour in the vodka and dark rum, and top the cocktail with orange juice. Stir it with a bar spoon.
20. Strawberry Cocktail with Vodka and Mint
Source: dzen.ruA light and refreshing summer vodka cocktail.
You will need: 10 ml mint syrup, 80 g strawberries, 15 ml sugar syrup, 40 g lime, 3 g mint, 50 ml vodka, 90 ml soda water, ice.
Preparation: Muddle strawberries and mint leaves in a shaker, squeeze in lime juice, add sugar syrup, and shake. Add ice, vodka, and mint syrup. Shake the cocktail again, strain it into a glass with ice, and top with soda water. Garnish to taste.