Vodka Russian
The Vodka Russian is a medium vodka highball, tart and sweet on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 66 out of 100
- Sweet
- 66 out of 100
- Bitter
- 66 out of 100
- Boozy
- 48 out of 100
How to make a Vodka Russian
To make a Vodka Russian, build over ice in a highball glass: 2 oz vodka and 3 oz schweppes russchian.
You'll need
- Vodka2 oz
- Schweppes Russchian3 oz
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka.
- 3
Top with Schweppes russchian.
- 4
Give it one gentle stir.
Why build it in the glass? Nothing here needs shaking, and pouring straight in keeps the Schweppes russchian fizzy.
Vodka Russian questions
What does a Vodka Russian taste like, and is it sweet?
Yes, it's on the sweet side: it's mostly tart and sweet. It's a medium drink at about 14% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Vodka Russian?
About 14% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
How do I make a pitcher of Vodka Russians?
For 6 drinks, mix 12 oz vodka in a jug and chill it. Top each glass with schweppes russchian as you serve, so it stays fizzy.
What glass do you serve a Vodka Russian in?
A highball glass.