Vodka Cocktail Recipes
Clean, crisp, and versatile — vodka cocktails from simple highballs to classic mixers.
23 drinks · Updated weekly
Featured Drinks
Apple Martini
A crisp, sweet cocktail with vodka, apple liqueur, and fresh lemon juice, perfect for a fruity martini experience.
Black Russian
A simple and potent cocktail, the Black Russian combines vodka and coffee liqueur, served over ice. It's the darker, spirit-forward sibling to the White Russian, without the cream.
Blue Lagoon
A vibrant and visually striking blue cocktail, the Blue Lagoon is a sweet and fruity mix of vodka, blue curaçao, and lemonade, often garnished with fruit.
Vodka Cocktail Recipes — Simple to Classic
Vodka's neutral character makes it one of the most accessible spirits for home bartending — it carries other flavours without competing with them. The recipes here range from simple two-ingredient serves (vodka soda, vodka tonic) to classics that need a little more technique (Moscow Mule, Espresso Martini, Cosmopolitan). Each recipe includes spirit notes on when premium vodka makes a difference vs when standard is fine.
Preparation techniques, glassware, and garnish are all specified. Batch versions are included for drinks that work well for parties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does vodka quality matter in cocktails?
For simple drinks (vodka soda, martini), yes — the vodka is front and centre. In complex cocktails with strong mixers, standard is fine.
What's the difference between flavoured and plain vodka in recipes?
Plain vodka is used throughout unless specified. Flavoured vodka changes the profile significantly — substitution notes are on relevant recipes.
Should an Espresso Martini be shaken hard?
Yes — hard shaking with ice creates the foam. This is covered in the technique notes on the recipe.
Are there low-calorie vodka cocktails?
Vodka soda, vodka lime, and most highballs are under 150 calories. Calorie info is on each recipe card.
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