15 unmissable vodka drinks to make and enjoy with friends

Drinks are always a good choice, especially at parties and meetings. These are options for those who like alcoholic beverages, but who prefer to drink them with an extra flavor, without necessarily taking pure doses.

One of the most used types to make drinks is vodka. She, who is super popular in Russia, is originally from Eastern Europe and her real place of emergence is not known. It is known that initially it was made from the potato. Cereals such as corn, rye and barley are also currently included in its composition.

If consumed pure, you feel the thud: its alcohol content varies between 35% and 60%, depending on the brand. But when diluted in drinks you don’t even notice.

There is no shortage of wonderful drink options that you can easily prepare at home and please your guests. See some of them and learn how to make them!

1. Caipiroska

Derived from the most famous drink in Brazil (the caipirinha), capiroska is as simple to make as its sister. The ingredients are the same: sugar, lemon and ice, exchanging cachaça for vodka. The preparation is also very similar, you just need to macerate the lemons with sugar, to release the juice and then, beat all the ingredients together in the cocktail shaker.

2. Strawberryoska

It is better known as strawberry caipiroska or strawberry caipiroska. Basically it’s the same recipe as the caipirinha with vodka (or capiroska). However, you will substitute the lemon for the strawberry.

3. Sex on the beach

Sex on the beach is a biphasic drink, perfect for you who want something beautiful and delicious for your guests. Its preparation is simple: use a long drink glass and fill it with ice. Add a shot of vodka, then half a drink of peach schnapps. Fill the glass with orange juice, leaving one finger left over. Add grenadine (or blackcurrant syrup, which is the most used in these cases) and you’re done.

4. Pina colada

The Piña Colada is a delicious refreshing drink to be enjoyed in the summer. Separate a dose of vodka (or rum, if you prefer the original version), pineapple juice, a dose of coconut milk, a spoon of condensed milk and ice. Place all ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake. You can even decorate the cup with chocolate syrup. Delicious!

5. Cosmopolitan

Cosmopolitan is a refreshing drink, very famous due to the series Sexy and the City. Put ice in the glass to cool it down. Pour the drinks into a cocktail shaker along with a squeezed lemon wedge. Add ice and shake in a cocktail shaker until you feel it is very cold. Remove the ice from the glass, strain the drink so that no ice or lemon remains, and that’s it!

6. White Russian

Add ice to cool a chilled glass. In another glass, mix 2 shots of vodka, 1 tablespoon of cream, ice and mix vigorously. In the low glass, put 2 shots of coffee liqueur. Using a colander, gently place the vodka and cream mixture on top.

7. Jello Shots

Do you want a very refreshing recipe to be served in the summer and that looks wonderful to decorate at parties? Jello Shot is ideal! Place 250ml of warm water in a container. Mix a packet of gelatin in your favorite flavor. Mix another 250ml of vodka and pour it into coffee cups. Place in the fridge until it forms a firm gelatine consistency.

8. Long Island Iced Tea

Unlike what you might think, this drink doesn’t take iced tea, but Coca-Cola! Add a shot of vodka, tequila, rum, gin and Contreau. Add ice, complete with Coke and add a few drops of lemon.

9. Moscow Mule

This drink is also very special and perfect for vodka lovers. In a large glass, put lots of ice. Squeeze the juice of half a lemon, add a dose of ginger syrup and 50ml of vodka. Finally, add sparkling water, mix and you’re done!

10. Gimlet with vodka

The drink that is originally made with gin is adapted and served with vodka, perfect for those who prefer this drink option. In a cocktail shaker put some fresh mint, 40ml of vodka and ½ tablespoon of sugar. Macerate well. Then add juice of half a lemon, ice and stir vigorously. Serve in a martini glass and add the sparkling water.

11. Cranberry Vodka

This drink is very easy to make. Chill a tall glass and remove the ice. Add a shot of vodka, two shots of cranberry juice and garnish the glass with lemon. Simple and amazing, isn’t it?

12. tap

Beats are simple to make and can be made with any type of fruit or flavor. You will basically put the following proportions: a glass of the fruit you want (strawberry, passion fruit, etc.), a glass of vodka, ice and a can of condensed milk. Put everything in a blender and you’re done! If you don’t use fruit, just change the base: chocolate, grated coconut, peanuts and others.

13. Bloody Mary

This drink is great for those who like to enjoy the taste of tomato juice (something not for everyone). In a tall glass put ice, two shots of vodka, six shots of tomato juice and a light pinch of dry sherry wine, drops of pepper, Worcestershire sauce, a little salt, black pepper and the juice of half a lemon. After that, just mix!.

14. Drunk Mango

The name is pretty cool and it’s a perfect drink for the Brazilian tropical climate! You will use a peeled mango, two medium strawberries, a small piece of ginger, two shots of vodka, ice and a spoon of honey. Blend the strawberries with honey in a blender and add to the bowl. Beat the mango and the other ingredients later and add delicately, not to mix. Simple and with a very nice look!

15. Mojito with vodka

How about a version of Mojito with vodka instead of rum? Place 5 slices of lemon (or lime) in a glass. Add fresh mint and a dollop of glucose syrup. Macerate the ingredients. Add 40ml of vodka, 40ml of sparkling water or soda and ice. Mix and serve!

There’s no shortage of really cool options for you to prepare and serve on the most diverse occasions and leave everyone impressed with your bargirl or bartender skills! 😉