Guide
Cocktails Made With Vodka — Ranked by Recipe Quality
Vodka appears in 209 cocktails in WhatDrink data. Top picks: 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea, 410 Gone, 50/50.
Vodka adds a specific quality to cocktails — whether as a base spirit, a modifier, or an accent. The drinks here use it as a meaningful component, not just a trace addition, and are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database.
120Recipes reviewed
20Matching this guide
11.8gMedian sugar
210 kcalMedian calories
17.2%Median ABV
Ranked recipes
| # | Drink | Why it ranks | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3-Mile Long Island Iced Tea | Contains the specified ingredient · 188 kcal | Any occasion |
| 2 | 410 Gone | Contains the specified ingredient · 208 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 3 | 50/50 | Contains the specified ingredient · 206 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 4 | 501 Blue | Contains the specified ingredient · 273 kcal | Any occasion |
| 5 | 57 Chevy with a White License Plate | Contains the specified ingredient · 166 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 6 | 9 1/2 Weeks | Contains the specified ingredient · 211 kcal | Any occasion |
| 7 | Alfie Cocktail | Contains the specified ingredient · 376 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 8 | Avalon | Contains the specified ingredient · 426 kcal | Any occasion |
| 9 | Beer Buster | Contains the specified ingredient · 161 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 10 | Bella Fragolia | Contains the specified ingredient · 129 kcal | Any occasion |
| 11 | Bikini | Contains the specified ingredient · 431 kcal | Any occasion |
| 12 | Bloody Bull | Contains the specified ingredient · 133 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 13 | Bloody Mary | Contains the specified ingredient · 373 kcal | Any occasion |
| 14 | Bordeaux Cocktail | Contains the specified ingredient · 207 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 15 | Caesar | Contains the specified ingredient · 298 kcal | Any occasion |
| 16 | Caribbean Cruise | Contains the specified ingredient · 256 kcal | Any occasion |
| 17 | Casco Bay Lemonade | Contains the specified ingredient · 444 kcal | Any occasion |
| 18 | Cherry Cooler | Contains the specified ingredient · 267 kcal | Quick, easy serve |
| 19 | Citronella Cooler | Contains the specified ingredient · 113 kcal | Any occasion |
| 20 | Cosmopolitan | Contains the specified ingredient · 136 kcal | Any occasion |
Best picks by use case
Methodology
Is this guide right for you?
Good fit if:
- You want drinks where this ingredient plays a meaningful role
- You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic search result
- You want recipe quality context alongside the ingredient
Poor fit if:
- You want drinks where this ingredient only appears as a garnish or trace
- You need a complete recipe with exact measurements
- You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
Frequently asked questions
- What is Vodka?
- Vodka is an ingredient used in cocktails and mixed drinks. The profile on this page draws from WhatDrink's ingredient database, including flavor characteristics and typical cocktail roles.
- What does Vodka taste like?
- The flavor of Vodka depends on its type and how it is used. The ingredient card on this page summarises its key flavor notes and character from WhatDrink data.
- What cocktails use Vodka?
- This page lists 20 cocktails that include Vodka as a recipe component in WhatDrink data. They are ranked by recipe quality and data completeness.
- How much Vodka do cocktails typically use?
- Pour sizes vary by recipe. Click through to individual cocktail pages for exact quantities and preparation notes.
- Can I substitute Vodka with something else?
- It depends on the cocktail. See the ingredient profile section on this page for substitution notes based on WhatDrink data, or check individual recipe pages.
- How many cocktails with Vodka are on this page?
- There are 20 cocktails featuring Vodka in this ranking. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
- Can I make these cocktails at home?
- Most cocktails using Vodka require accessible bar tools and mixers. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.
Data confidence
This guide uses WhatDrink recipe data and normalized tags. Nutrition, ABV, standard drinks, ingredients, brands, bartender pours, garnish, and serving size can vary.