Vodka

Firecracker Shots

Firecracker Shots

Wanting to celebrate the 4th of July in style? The first thing that comes to mind, likely, is RED, WHITE, and BLUE. And since a proper celebration is oftentimes a boozy celebration, why not serve up a red, white, and blue cocktail… or shot? Firecracker Shots are easy to assemble and has some fruity flavors …

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Sparkling Lemon

Sparkling Lemon

Bartenders everywhere are getting creative with Sparkling Lemon cocktails, allowing this classic vodka-based beverage to shine in all its sweet and sour glory. With origins that can be traced all the way back to the 1950s, Sparkling Lemon was first seen in soda fountains alongside the likes of egg creams and malted milkshakes. Classic recipes …

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Gibson

Gibson

The Gibson cocktail is a classic that has been around since the 1900s. It was a favorite among certain circles of bar goers and cocktail sippers, made with either vodka or gin, and usually featuring an accompanying pearl onion as its defining garnish. It’s hard to know how the Gibson came into existence, but since …

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White Russian

White Russian

The White Russian cocktail has a surprisingly lengthy history and is believed to be the result of a blending between Eastern, Western, and Russian cultures. Popularly made with vodka, Kahlúa, and heavy cream, this decadent concoction was first mentioned in literature in a 1943 story where it (and its inventor) were given no name. It …

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Long Island Ice Tea

Long Island Ice Tea

The REAL Long Island Iced Tea can seem like a complicated cocktail given all its ingredients. For one, it adds a touch of four different spirits (vodka, rum, gin & tequila) in one glass – sounds rough but dangerously smooth. The drink has a much higher alcohol concentration (approximately 22%) than most highball drinks due to the relatively small amount …

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Bloody Mary

The Bloody Mary is one of the all-time classic cocktails, and there’s a surprising amount of mystery surrounding its origin. According to one popular legend, the Bloody Mary was first invented in Paris during the 1920s. A bartender at a bar reportedly combined vodka and tomato juice to create an unusual yet delicious concoction and …

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Cosmopolitan Martini

Cosmopolitan Martini

The Cosmopolitan Martini is a cocktail that has been around since the 1970s. Vodka-based martinis fill cocktail menus and there are many ways to mix them up. Vodka has always been the go-to base for fruit flavors. A Cosmopolitan, aka Cosmo, is a cocktail that achieves that and more with vodka, triple sec, cranberry juice, …

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Screwdriver

Screwdriver

The Screwdriver cocktail is a classic drink with a really storied past. Its earliest origins date all the way back to 1920s Russia, where it was mixed simply as vodka and orange juice for those with limited access to mixers. Before long, Screwdriver spread worldwide, and by the 1950s was the standard drink of American …

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Cape Cod

Cape Cod

A Cape Cod cocktail is a refreshing take on the classic Cape Codder drink. Originating in the early 1980s, the cocktail has become popular across America with its unique blend of vodka and cranberry juice. What makes this cocktail even more special is its unexpected ingredients; besides vodka and cranberry juice, Cape Cod cocktails include …

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Vodka Gimlet

Vodka Gimlet

The Vodka Gimlet cocktail is a tantalizing beverage that has its roots in history, dating back to the 1800s. It was a favorite among sailors who used lime juice not only as an add-on to their vodka but also as a way to ward off scurvy during long voyages. Over time, this mixture of vodka …

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