Vodka Lemon
The Vodka Lemon is a medium vodka cocktail, tart and fruity on the palate. Built and served in a highball glass.
- 2 min
- Highball glass
- Built
Flavor profile
- Tart
- 93 out of 100
- Fruity
- 41 out of 100
- Boozy
- 49 out of 100
How to make a Vodka Lemon
To make a Vodka Lemon, build over ice in a highball glass: 1⅔ oz vodka and 2⅓ oz lemon juice. Garnish with lemon peel.
You'll need
- Vodka1⅔ oz
- Lemon Juice2⅓ oz
- Lemon Peelgarnish
Instructions
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour in vodka and lemon juice.
- 3
Stir briefly to mix.
- 4
Garnish with a lemon twist.
Why build it in the glass? Vodka and lemon juice only need a gentle stir, so there's no shaker to wash.
Vodka Lemon questions
What's in a Vodka Lemon?
1⅔ oz vodka and 2⅓ oz lemon juice. Garnish with lemon peel.
How do you make a Vodka Lemon?
Build over ice in a highball glass: vodka and lemon juice. Garnish with lemon peel.
What does a Vodka Lemon taste like, and is it sweet?
Not really: it's mostly tart and fruity. It's a medium drink at about 15% ABV once mixed.
How much alcohol is in a Vodka Lemon?
About 15% ABV after mixing with ice, about as strong as a glass of wine.
How many standard drinks is a Vodka Lemon?
About 1 US standard drink: it has about 20 ml of pure alcohol, and one US standard drink is 14 grams (about 18 ml).
How many ounces is a Vodka Lemon?
The ingredients add up to about 4 oz (125 ml), before the ice.
What's the difference between a Vodka Lemon and a Lemon Elderflower Spritzer?
Both use vodka and lemon juice. The Lemon Elderflower Spritzer uses elderflower cordial and soda water. The Vodka Lemon is the stronger of the two.
Can I make a Vodka Lemon without lemon juice?
Yes: use lime for lemon.