Cocktails
Screwdriver
Screwdriver is a simple citrus-led cocktail with a bright orange profile and an easy chilled serve. It fits casual occasions where the drink should feel familiar, straightforward and low-effort.
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Why: 2 ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 ozVodkaBase Spirit
- to tasteOrange juiceJuice
How to Make It
- Mix in a Highball glass with ice.
- Garnish and serve.Garnish
How to Serve
- Glass
- Highball Glass
- Temperature
- Chilled
- Ice
- Ice
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
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Practical notes
Similar styles
Try this if you like easy orange drinks
Choose the Screwdriver when you want a very simple orange-and-spirit drink. It depends heavily on good orange juice because there are few other ingredients to add structure.
Common mistakes
Common mistakes with Screwdriver
The Screwdriver has very little to hide behind, so dull orange juice makes the whole drink taste flat. Use fresh-tasting juice and enough ice to keep it clean.
Variations
Easy ways to adjust Screwdriver
For a sharper version, increase the citrus slightly. For a rounder version, add a touch more sweetener or use a richer base ingredient, but avoid hiding the fresh acidity.
Skip if
Skip Screwdriver if...
Skip Screwdriver if tart citrus is not what you want. Sour-style drinks rely on acidity, so they can feel sharp when you are looking for richness or sweetness.
When to serve
- SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
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Vodka2 oz
Orange Juiceto taste
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- Can I make a Screwdriver at home?
- Yes. The Screwdriver uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Highball Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.