Whether you’re hosting friends or simply looking for a refreshing drink at home, these easy vodka drinks are simple to prepare and use just a few ingredients. From fruity cocktails to classic combinations, these recipes are great for casual gatherings and weekend occasions.
1. Vodka Lemonade
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz lemonade
- Ice
- Lemon slice
Add vodka and lemonade to an ice-filled glass. Stir gently and garnish with lemon.
2. Vodka Cranberry
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz cranberry juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Pour vodka and cranberry juice over ice. Stir and finish with lime.
3. Moscow Mule
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz ginger beer
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Ice
Combine vodka and lime juice over ice. Top with ginger beer and stir.
4. Screwdriver
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz orange juice
- Ice
- Orange slice
Pour vodka and orange juice over ice. Stir and garnish with orange.
5. Vodka Soda
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz soda water
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Add vodka and ice to a glass. Top with soda water and squeeze in lime.
6. Cape Codder
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz cranberry juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Mix vodka and cranberry juice over ice and garnish with lime.
7. Vodka Tonic
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz tonic water
- Ice
- Lemon wedge
Pour vodka over ice, add tonic water, and garnish with lemon.
8. Pineapple Vodka
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz pineapple juice
- Ice
- Pineapple slice
Shake or stir vodka and pineapple juice with ice. Serve chilled.
9. Vodka Orange Fizz
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz orange juice
- 2 oz soda water
- Ice
Combine vodka and orange juice over ice. Top with soda water.
10. Raspberry Vodka Lemonade
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz lemonade
- Fresh raspberries
- Ice
Muddle a few raspberries in a glass. Add ice, vodka, and lemonade and stir.
11. Apple Vodka Cooler
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz apple juice
- Ice
- Apple slice
Combine vodka and apple juice over ice. Stir and garnish with apple.
12. Grapefruit Vodka Cocktail
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz grapefruit juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Pour ingredients over ice and stir well. Add lime for extra freshness.
13. Peach Vodka Spritz
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz peach juice
- 2 oz soda water
- Ice
Mix vodka and peach juice over ice. Top with soda water.
14. Strawberry Vodka Lemonade
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz lemonade
- Fresh strawberries
- Ice
Add sliced strawberries to a glass. Pour in vodka and lemonade and stir.
15. Blueberry Vodka Fizz
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz blueberry juice
- 2 oz soda water
- Ice
Combine vodka and blueberry juice over ice. Top with soda water.
16. Cherry Vodka Soda
- 2 oz vodka
- 2 oz cherry juice
- 2 oz soda water
- Ice
Add all ingredients to an ice-filled glass and stir gently.
17. Lime Vodka Cooler
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lime juice
- 3 oz soda water
- Ice
Combine vodka and lime juice over ice. Add soda water and stir.
18. Mango Vodka Cocktail
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz mango juice
- Ice
- Lime wedge
Pour vodka and mango juice over ice. Stir and garnish with lime.
19. Watermelon Vodka Cooler
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz watermelon juice
- Ice
- Mint leaves
Combine vodka and watermelon juice over ice. Stir and garnish with mint.
20. Ginger-Lime Vodka
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz ginger beer
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Ice
Add vodka and lime juice to an ice-filled glass. Top with ginger beer and stir.
Tips for Easy Vodka Drinks
Use plenty of fresh ice and chilled mixers for the best results. Fresh citrus juice can add brightness, while fruit juices make simple vodka cocktails more flavorful. Adjust the amount of mixer according to your preferred taste.