When it comes to having a fun and fabulous girls' night in or out, nothing quite hits the spot like a tasty, beautifully crafted vodka cocktail. With endless flavors and recipe variations, the possibilities are limitless when creating your perfect girly vodka drink. But just where should you start?
Best Budget Vodkas Ranked
Smirnoff
A global vodka giant with Russian origins, Smirnoff delivers consistent quality and versatility for any mixer.
Alcohol Percentage: 40%
Taste Profile: Crisp, mild sweetness with a clean finish
Best Cocktail Pairing: Classic Cosmopolitan
Best Food Paring: Grilled chicken skewers
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Absolut
Swedish purity in a bottle, Absolut is distilled from winter wheat, giving a smooth and rich experience.
Alcohol Percentage: 40%
Taste Profile: Smooth with light grain and citrus hints
Best Cocktail Pairing: Absolut Elyx Martini
Best Food Paring: Smoked salmon canapés
Brand Breakdown: Find out more here
Ketel One
A Dutch treat, Ketel One is the result of over 300 years of distilling expertise; a refined choice.
Alcohol Percentage: 40%
Taste Profile: Fresh with subtle citrus and honey notes
Best Cocktail Pairing: Dutch Mule
Best Food Paring: Aged cheeses or Dutch herring
Brand Breakdown: Find out more here
If you're looking for inspiration, look no further than this guide, curated by the Vodka Doctors. Here you'll find our top picks, along with tips and tricks for creating magical, high-quality vodka drinks that you and your friends will never forget.
1. Flirty Cosmopolitan
What could be more iconic than the classic cosmopolitan? This timeless concoction of vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and a splash of triple sec is the perfect layer of sophistication and fun.
How to make it:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz triple sec (orange liqueur)
- Lime slice, for garnish
Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice. Shake until well chilled, then strain into a martini glass. Garnish with a slice of lime.
2. Luscious Lemon Drop Martini
For something light and refreshing, opt for the sweet and tangy Lemon Drop Martini. This blend of lemony goodness is both sweet and tart, and it's beautifully simple to create.
How to make it:
- 2 oz vodka – preferably lemon-flavored, but plain vodka will also do
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Lemon twist or sugar rim, for garnish
Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well, then strain into a sugar-rimmed martini glass. Garnish with a lemon twist.
3. Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Bring out the dessert lover within you with this fantastically fruity cocktail. This pineapple upside-down cake-inspired libation expertly marries the flavors of vodka, pineapple, and grenadine.
How to make it:
- 1 1/2 oz vanilla vodka
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz grenadine
- Maraschino cherry, for garnish
Combine vodka and pineapple juice in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well, then pour into a glass filled with ice. Carefully add grenadine, which will sink to the bottom, creating a color gradient. Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
4. Boozy Chocolate Covered Strawberry
This indulgent cocktail is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover's cravings. With the unique combination of chocolate liqueur, strawberry vodka, and milk, this creamy, dreamy delight is perfect for any girls' night in.
How to make it:
- 1 1/2 oz strawberry vodka
- 1 oz chocolate liqueur (like Godiva)
- 3 oz milk (feel free to experiment with different types of milk or milk substitutes)
- Strawberry and chocolate shavings, for garnish
Combine all ingredients in a shaker filled with ice. Shake well, then strain into a glass filled with ice. Garnish with a fresh strawberry and chocolate shavings.
Whether you prefer sweet or sour, fruity or chocolatey, these girly vodka drinks have you covered. Get ready to stir, shake, and sip to your heart's content, then share your favorite concoctions with your friends at your next get-together!
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