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Zorbatini

The Zorbatini is a very strong vodka spirit-forward cocktail, herbal on the palate. Built and served in a cocktail glass.

Flavor profile

Sweet
14 out of 100
Herbal
45 out of 100
Boozy
100 out of 100

How to make a Zorbatini

To make a Zorbatini, build in a cocktail glass: 1¼ oz vodka and ¼ oz Ouzo.

You'll need

1 drink

Instructions

  1. 1

    Pour into a cocktail glass: vodka and ouzo.

  2. 2

    Stir briefly to mix.

Why build it in the glass? Vodka and ouzo only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.

Zorbatini questions

What does a Zorbatini taste like, and is it sweet?

Not really: it's mostly herbal, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a very strong drink at about 36% ABV once mixed.

How much alcohol is in a Zorbatini?

About 36% ABV after mixing with ice, close to a neat spirit.

What glass do you serve a Zorbatini in?

A cocktail glass.