Vodka Cocktails

A cosmopolitan, or informally a cosmo, is a cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice.

A Bloody Mary is a cocktail containing vodka, tomato juice, and other spices and flavorings including Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, garlic, herbs, horseradish, celery, olives, pickled peppers, and lemon juice.

A Moscow mule is a cocktail consisting of vodka, spicy ginger beer, and lime juice, garnished with a slice or wedge of lime.

A lemon drop martini is a cocktail that tastes similar to the lemon drop candy. It uses vodka, triple sec, and lemon juice.

Sex on the Beach is a cocktail containing vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice and cranberry juice.

An espresso martini is a cold caffeinated alcoholic drink made with vodka, espresso coffee, coffee liqueur, and sugar syrup.

A Long Island iced tea is a type of alcoholic mixed drink typically made with vodka, tequila, light rum, triple sec, gin, and a splash of cola.

A Harvey Wallbanger is made with vodka, Galliano, and orange juice.

A Blue Lagoon is a cocktail consisting of vodka, blue curacao liqueur and lemonade.

A White Russian is a cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur, and cream, served over ice in an old-fashioned glass.

A Black Russian is a cocktail of vodka and coffee liqueur. It is a simple, two-ingredient cocktail.

A Screwdriver is a popular highball drink made with orange juice and vodka. The screwdriver is a simple, sweet cocktail.

A Vodka Cranberry, also known as a Cape Cod or Cape Codder, is a cocktail made with vodka and cranberry juice.

A Bay Breeze is a cocktail made with vodka, cranberry juice, and pineapple juice. It is a variation of the Cape Codder.

A Kamikaze is made of equal parts vodka, triple sec, and lime juice. It is often served as a shot.

A Mudslide is a sweet, indulgent cocktail made with vodka, coffee liqueur, Irish cream, and ice cream or heavy cream.

A Greyhound is a simple cocktail made with grapefruit juice and vodka or gin, usually served on the rocks.

A Salty Dog is a cocktail of gin or vodka and grapefruit juice, served in a highball glass with a salted rim.

A Vodka Tonic is a highball cocktail made with vodka and tonic water. It is a simple, refreshing drink.

The Vesper cocktail made famous by James Bond, combining gin, vodka, and Lillet Blanc.

A popular 1980s cocktail made with vodka, Chambord raspberry liqueur, and pineapple juice.

A modern classic made with vanilla vodka, Passoa passion fruit liqueur, and lime juice, served with a shot of champagne.

A dessert-style martini made with vodka, creme de cacao, and chocolate liqueur.

A sweet fruity cocktail made with vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice.

A fragrant, lightly sweet martini made with vodka, lychee liqueur, and lychee juice.

A fruity party cocktail made with Midori melon liqueur, vodka, and pineapple juice.

A vibrant blue cocktail made with vodka, blue curacao, sweet and sour mix, and lemon-lime soda.

A refreshing and simple party drink made with vodka and fresh lemonade.

A vodka version of the Brazilian Caipirinha, made with vodka, fresh lime, and sugar.

An Italian after-dinner drink made with lemon sorbet, vodka, and prosecco.

A fruity Maryland beach classic made with fresh-squeezed orange juice, vodka, triple sec, and orange soda.

A light and simple cocktail made with vanilla vodka and soda water.

A soothing and aromatic cocktail with vodka, fresh lemon juice, and lavender syrup.

A dessert-inspired cocktail with vodka, peach schnapps, raspberry liqueur, and cream.

A devilishly red twist on the classic Long Island Iced Tea, swapping cola for cranberry juice and adding raspberry liqueur for a bold, fruity punch.

The AMF (Adios Mother F***er) is a vivid electric-blue cocktail closely related to the Long Island Iced Tea. It swaps cola for blue curaçao and lemon-lime soda, delivering a bright citrus flavor and a bold, striking appearance.

A smooth Italian cocktail (scivolo means 'slide' in Italian) combining vodka, peach schnapps, and orange juice for a light, refreshing drink with a fruity sweetness.

A refreshing East-meets-West cocktail inspired by the Long Island Iced Tea, substituting melon liqueur (such as Midori) for triple sec to give it a distinctive sweet, fruity green character.

The Adios MF (Adios Mother F***er) is another name for the AMF cocktail — a Long Island Iced Tea variation with blue curaçao and lemon-lime soda. A slight addition of lemon garnish and a touch more sour mix make this version slightly more citrus-forward.

A savory twist on the classic Martini, adding olive brine for a salty, briny depth that pairs perfectly with gin or vodka.

A simple, refreshing vodka cocktail combining cranberry juice and orange juice — essentially a Screwdriver with cranberry for extra tartness.

An aromatic vodka cocktail with fresh sage, lemon juice, and honey syrup for a herbal, refreshing, and elegant drink.

A classic, easy-drinking vodka cocktail combining cranberry juice with fresh grapefruit juice for a tart, refreshing drink.

A vibrant green variation of the Long Island Iced Tea replacing the cola top with sour mix and Midori melon liqueur.

A clean, refreshing vodka variation of the Tom Collins, with lemon juice, simple syrup, and soda water in a tall glass.

A clean, crisp vodka variation of the classic gin gimlet, made with fresh lime juice and simple syrup.

A simple, balanced vodka cocktail with fresh lemon juice and simple syrup, often topped with a frothy egg white foam.

A vibrant, mixed berry smash with gin or vodka, fresh berries, lemon, and mint for a colorful, seasonal cocktail.

A spooky, Halloween-themed cocktail combining midori, blue curaçao, and citrus for an eerie green-black color and a festive fruity flavor.

A jewel-toned twist on the Cosmopolitan using pomegranate juice for a tart, ruby-red cocktail.

A tart and punchy vodka shot with fresh lemon juice and sugar — shoot it, then bite into a sugared lemon wedge.

A bitter Campari riff on the Greyhound, combining Campari with grapefruit juice and vodka over ice.

A soft and romantic cocktail pairing raspberry vodka with peach liqueur and sweet white grape juice.

A festive autumn mule combining vodka, fresh apple cider, ginger beer, and a squeeze of lime.

A creamy, indulgent autumn martini with vanilla vodka, pumpkin puree, and warming pumpkin pie spices.

The vodka sister of the Godfather — vodka and amaretto over ice, smooth and almond-sweet.

A pale, elegant Cosmopolitan variation using white cranberry juice, elderflower liqueur, and lime.

An intensified Moscow Mule with fresh ginger-infused vodka and ginger beer for double the heat.

A tropical vanilla vodka martini with passion fruit liqueur, lime juice, and a prosecco chaser.

A moody, dark cocktail with vodka, Kahlúa, and lemon juice — bold coffee flavor with a citrus lift.

A dairy-free riff on the White Russian using creamy oat milk instead of heavy cream.

A nutty, indulgent espresso martini with Frangelico hazelnut liqueur adding a warm richness.

A dessert-inspired martini with limoncello, vanilla vodka, cream, and lemon juice — tart and creamy.

A crowd-pleasing pink cocktail with vodka, fresh lemon juice, raspberry syrup, and soda water.

A fragrant, floral cocktail with vodka or gin, rose syrup, fresh lemon juice, and sparkling water.