San Francisco
The San Francisco is a light vodka highball, sweet and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 56 out of 100
- Sweet
- 91 out of 100
- Fruity
- 90 out of 100
- Boozy
- 26 out of 100
How to make a San Francisco
To make a San Francisco, build over ice in a highball glass: ⅔ oz vodka, ⅔ oz Creme de Banane, grenadine and orange juice.
You'll need
- Vodka⅔ oz
- Creme de Banane⅔ oz
- Grenadinesplash (¼ oz)
- Orange juicesplash (¼ oz)
Pairs well with: Grenadine · All syrups
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka, creme de banane, grenadine and orange juice.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Vodka, creme de banane and grenadine only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
San Francisco questions
What does a San Francisco taste like?
Mostly sweet and fruity. It's a light drink at about 8% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a San Francisco?
About 8% ABV after mixing with ice, closer to a beer or glass of wine.
What's the difference between a San Francisco and a Screwdriver?
Both use vodka and orange juice. The San Francisco adds Creme de Banane and grenadine. The Screwdriver is the stronger of the two.
What can I use instead of grenadine?
Raspberry syrup will work.
Can I make San Franciscos in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 4¼ oz vodka and 4¼ oz Creme de Banane in a jug and chill it. Pour over fresh ice to serve.
What glass do you serve a San Francisco in?
A highball glass.