Vodka

Citrus Swipe Right

Bone-dry citrus with a tart, vodka-forward snap.

Bright, clean vodkaCitrus—lemon sharpness and grapefruit bitternessSoft minerality with a crisp, dry fade

A crisp and dry vodka-based cocktail that balances fresh citrus notes with a touch of soft salinity. Lemon and grapefruit juice give it gentle tartness, while a splash of soda water keeps it bright and refreshing. This cocktail lets the vodka shine without any sweetness to weigh it down.

Ingredients

  • Vodka
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Fresh grapefruit juice
  • Soda water
Glassware
Rocks glass
Garnish
Grapefruit twist, expressed and placed neatly on the rim
ABV
~14% ABV

Build

  1. 01 Add 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, and 3/4 oz fresh grapefruit juice to a shaker filled with ice.
  2. 02 Shake vigorously until well chilled.
  3. 03 Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube.
  4. 04 Top with 1 oz soda water and gently stir to combine.

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