Russian drinkers refer to appetizers as "zakuski" and it is considered traditional to snack between each sip.
Method 2. Try a Screwdriver. For a more sophisticated drink, make a Mimosa Screwdriver. Mix 1 ounce of orange flavored vodka with 4 ounces of freshly squeezed orange juice. Add a dash of orange bitters and a splash of extra dry champagne. Drink a Cosmopolitan. All you need is plain vodka, cranberry juice, Cointreau orange-flavored liqueur , and lime juice. Add 2 ounces of vodka and 1 ounce of each of the other ingredients. Shake well with cracked ice. You may also add a dash of orange bitters to enhance the taste.
Sip a Bloody Mary. This thick, savory cocktail focuses more on zest and spice to please your tastebuds. Add some ice and stir gently. For a nice garnish, add a single celery stalk. Have Sex on the Beach. The drink! This cocktail is infused with many fruity flavors to help mask the strong flavor of plain vodka. Fill the glass with ice, stir, and garnish the rim with an orange slice.
Enjoy a nice Sea Breeze. As refreshing tasting as its name, a Sea Breeze is simple to make and even simpler to enjoy.
Add as many ice cubes as the glass can hold. Stir, and garnish with a lime wedge. Indulge in a Vodka Martini. The Martini is a classic choice and the official drink of James Bond , shaken, not stirred. Simply mix ounces of plain vodka with 1 of dry vermouth. Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes. Shake well and pour the solution into a martini glass. Garnish with 3 olives on a stick.
Method 3. Flavor your vodka with Skittles. Just like Starburst vodka, this candy cocktail is an alcoholic twist on a childhood favorite. Separate individual Skittles by flavor.
Unlike Starburst, this concoction is best enjoyed in discrete flavors. You will need 60 Skittles for each flavor you intend to make. Put the Skittles into an empty water bottle. Use a funnel to pour 6 ounces of vodka into the water bottle. Shake until the vodka takes on the Skittles color. Let the mixture sit a few hours to allow the candy to break down and blend into the vodka. Filter the mixture using an everyday coffee filter, then pour the refined mixture into a seal-able glass bottle.
Let freeze for a few hours. Your Skittle vodka is now ready for consumption! Snack on some vodka-infused Gummy Bears. Though not a drink, these fruity, alcoholic treats are fun appetizers to go with your beverage. Fill a Tupperware container with as many Gummy Bears as you want. Pour vodka into the container until it covers the top of the candy. Seal the Tupperware and keep in the refrigerator for at least three days before eating. Taste the Gummy Bears after the second day to gauge whether the strength of the alcohol is to your liking.
If not, simply add or empty some vodka from the Tupperware. These candies will not fully soak in the vodka and can sometimes result in an unpleasant goo.
Make a Starburst-infused vodka drink. This fruity, makeshift candy cocktail can be enjoyed in each Starburst flavor. Either separate the Starburst squares by flavor or mix the squares based on the taste you want to achieve. Fill an empty water bottle with about 10 unwrapped squares of Starburst.
Use a funnel to pour 7 ounces of vodka into the water bottle. Shake well until the vodka begins to take on the Starburst's color. Let the mixture sit overnight to allow the Starburst to break down and blend with the vodka.
This will help separate chunks of Starburst and make the solution smoother. Pour the blend into containers that are freezer-safe. Glass bottles with seal-able caps are best. Freeze the cocktail for a few hours, then enjoy! You can add ice if wished or just drink it as it is. Some people prefer pre-flavored vodka to drink straight, many brands provide such an option that adds interest to the vodka without having to add mixers.
For the calorie-conscious, drinking vodka by itself can help to keep the already high and nutritionally empty levels of calories in alcohol a little lower. If you consider any vodka that doesn't make it into your mouth wasted, stop reading. Otherwise, continue: The spirit has a history of being used medicinally, and some still have it on hand to treat poison ivy, dry out cold sores, and disinfect needles. A few drops of vodka can also help to preserve flowers and freshen laundry.
Follow Delish on Instagram. Download the Delish app. Kitchen Tips and Tools. Delish Shop. United States. Type keyword s to search. Today's Top Stories. Vodka used to be called gorzalka. A shot has less than calories. David Silverman. Dave Kotinsky. This will depend heavily on your budget. Experts say that a good vodka tastes smooth, while a lower quality vodka will be harsh on the palette.
Any college student can attest to this fact, drinking cheap alcohol is a wildly unpleasant experience. You can opt for popular brands like Pristine Vodka. If drinking vodka neat is too much for your palette, you can opt for flavored vodkas like green apple, berry, or vanilla. It is easier to drink flavored vodka neat. After buying the bottle, store in the fridge to cool. You want alcohol to be as cold as possible when serving. Vodka does not freeze like water, so you can store it in the freezer to cool it quickly.
Pull out shot glasses to serve the vodka. Fill about one-third of the glass. If you are at a wild party, you are likely to down the shot in one go. Remember, pure vodka is very potent; you can get drunk quickly. Drinking vodka responsibly is key. If you are in a calmer setting, enjoy the taste of the vodka by sipping it slowly. Deliberate the taste of the drink by swirling to gently in your glass, take in the aroma and savor the taste on your tongue.
If the drink is too harsh for you, add some water or ice to the glass. It will dilute the vodka to make it easier to drink. Vodka is neutral tasting, thus complementary to any cocktail recipe. You can almost anything to vodka and create unique tasting cocktails. Standard tools to make cocktails include unflavored vodka, a cocktail making kit, ice, and glasses.
Here are some classical cocktail recipes to get you started. This the OG cocktail you try in bars. To make a screwdriver, you need to mix one shot of vodka with five to six ounces of orange juice. Add all the ingredients into the cocktail shaker and add ice.
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