Shark Attack
The Shark Attack is a strong vodka highball, sweet and tart on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 68 out of 100
- Sweet
- 74 out of 100
- Fruity
- 32 out of 100
- Boozy
- 55 out of 100
How to make a Shark Attack
To make a Shark Attack, build over ice in a highball glass: 11 oz lemonade, 3 oz water and 12 oz vodka.
You'll need
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with crushed ice.
- 2
Pour in lemonade, water and vodka.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
Why build it in the glass? Lemonade, water and vodka only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Shark Attack questions
What does a Shark Attack taste like, and is it sweet?
Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly sweet and tart. It's a strong drink at about 17% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Shark Attack?
About 17% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Shark Attack and a Blue Lagoon?
Both use lemonade and vodka. The Blue Lagoon uses Blue Curacao. The Shark Attack is the stronger of the two.
How many people does a Shark Attack serve?
This recipe makes about 0.8 liters, enough for roughly 5 glasses.
What glass do you serve a Shark Attack in?
A highball glass.