Vodka Collins
Curiada Ingredients
Other Ingredients
- 2.00 fl oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1.00 fl oz Giffard Sugar Cane Syrup (Sirop Sucre de Canne)
- Top up with Club soda
Directions
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Add ice to shaker
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Add first three ingredients to shaker
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Shake well with ice
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Fill Collins glass with ice
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Strain mixture into ice-filled glass
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Top with soda
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Garnish with lemon slice
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Serve with straws
Cocktail Description
The Vodka Collins is proof that sometimes the simplest recipes deliver the most refreshing drinks—a bright, bubbly crowd-pleaser that's been cooling people down since before your grandparents ordered their first round.
This straightforward sipper combines Ketel One vodka with fresh lemon juice and sugar cane syrup, shaken together and lengthened with club soda over ice in a tall Collins glass. The result tastes clean and citrusy, like sparkling lemonade with a grown-up kick, balancing sweet and tart in a way that keeps you reaching for another sip. It's dead simple to make—shake, strain, top, done—which makes it perfect for backyard barbecues, lazy Sunday afternoons, or any time you want something cold and uncomplicated. The effervescence and bright acidity make it a natural partner for lighter fare like grilled fish, chicken skewers, fresh salads, or oysters on the half shell. Garnished with a cheerful lemon slice, this Collins works equally well at brunch or poolside, proving that vodka doesn't always need elaborate mixology to shine. If you want a drink that everyone will enjoy without fuss or pretension, this is your answer.
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