Vodka Lemon
The Vodka Lemon is a medium vodka cocktail, tart and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 93 out of 100
- Fruity
- 41 out of 100
- Boozy
- 49 out of 100
How to make a Vodka Lemon
To make a Vodka Lemon, build over ice in a highball glass: 1⅔ oz vodka and 2⅓ oz lemon juice. Garnish with lemon peel.
You'll need
- Vodka1⅔ oz
- Lemon Juice2⅓ oz
- Lemon Peelgarnish
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka and lemon juice.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
- 4
Garnish with a lemon twist.
Why build it in the glass? Vodka and lemon juice only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Vodka Lemon questions
What does a Vodka Lemon taste like, and is it sweet?
Not really: it's mostly tart and fruity. It's a medium drink at about 15% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Vodka Lemon?
About 15% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
What's the difference between a Vodka Lemon and a Lemon Elderflower Spritzer?
Both use vodka and lemon juice. The Lemon Elderflower Spritzer uses elderflower cordial and soda water. The Vodka Lemon is the stronger of the two.
What glass do you serve a Vodka Lemon in?
A highball glass.