Long Drink
Vodka Lemon
How to make a Vodka Lemon: a refreshing vodka longdrink with bitter lemon and lime. The simple summer classic as a quick recipe.
3 minPrep time
easyDifficulty
Highball glassGlass
1Serving(s)
The Vodka Lemon is a timeless longdrink classic and one of the most popular bar orders of all. The simple combination of vodka and Bitter Lemon makes a refreshing, slightly tart drink. A splash of lemon juice makes it even fresher while keeping it pleasantly uncomplicated.
Instructions
- Fill the highball glass with ice cubes.
- Add vodka and lemon juice.
- Top up with cold Bitter Lemon.
- Stir gently once.
- Garnish with a lemon slice.
Garnish: A lemon slice
Pro tip: Use Bitter Lemon instead of regular lemonade: the fine bitter note of quinine makes the drink far more grown-up and refreshing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Bitter Lemon?
Bitter Lemon is a lemony soft drink with the bitter note of quinine, similar to tonic water but with noticeably more lemon flavor.
Can I also use regular lemon lemonade?
Yes, then the drink becomes sweeter and loses the typical bitter note. For a classic Vodka Lemon, though, Bitter Lemon belongs in the glass.
How strong is a Vodka Lemon?
With one part vodka to roughly three parts Bitter Lemon, it is a rather light, refreshing longdrink.
Ingredients
- Vodka4 cl
- Lemon juice1 cl
- Bitter Lemon12 cl
- Ice cubesas needed
