Kamikaze
The Kamikaze is a strong vodka sour, tart and fruity on the palate. Shaken and served in a cocktail glass. It's one of the International Bartenders Association's official new era cocktails.
- 3 min
- Cocktail glass
- Shaken
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 78 out of 100
- Sweet
- 65 out of 100
- Fruity
- 70 out of 100
- Boozy
- 62 out of 100
How to make a Kamikaze
To make a Kamikaze, shake with ice and strain into a cocktail glass: 1 oz vodka, 1 oz Triple sec and 1 oz lime juice.
You'll need
- Vodka1 oz
- Triple sec1 oz
- Lime juice1 oz
Instructions
- 1
Chill a cocktail glass: fill it with ice and water while you mix, then tip it out.
- 2
Add vodka, triple sec and lime juice to a cocktail shaker.
- 3
Fill the shaker with ice.
- 4
Shake hard for 10-15 seconds, until the outside is frosty.
- 5
Strain into the chilled cocktail glass.
Why shake? Lime juice needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
Kamikaze questions
What does a Kamikaze taste like?
Mostly tart and fruity, with a noticeable alcohol warmth. It's a strong drink at about 19% ABV once mixed.
How strong is a Kamikaze?
About 19% ABV after mixing with ice, stronger than wine, lighter than a neat spirit.
What's the difference between a Kamikaze and a Cosmopolitan Martini?
Both use vodka, Triple sec and lime juice. The Cosmopolitan Martini uses cranberry juice.
Should a Kamikaze be shaken or stirred?
Shaken: lime juice needs a hard shake to mix and chill properly.
What can I use instead of triple sec?
Cointreau or Grand Marnier will work.
Can I make Kamikazes in a batch?
Yes. For 6 drinks, mix 6 oz vodka, 6 oz Triple sec and 6 oz lime juice in a jug and chill it. Add 3⅔ oz of cold water to stand in for the dilution from shaking. Pour over fresh ice to serve.