Cocktails

Vodka and Apple Juice

Vodka and Apple Juice is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans apple. Built and served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 21.1% ABV and roughly 164 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic21.1% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

164 kcalCalories

21.1%ABV

5.8gSugar

6.8gCarbs

1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition. Some ingredient data may be approximate.

These nutrition figures are approximate estimates for this recipe — actual values vary with your exact measures, brands and serving size.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

2.0 ozVodkaBase Spirit
to tasteApple juiceJuice

How to Make It

Pour vodka into ice-filled Highball glass.Pour
Fill with apple juice and stir.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass: Highball Glass
Temperature: Chilled
Ice: Ice
Method: Stirred

Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

Apple

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong

BodyLight – Full

SweetnessDry – Sweet

FruitinessEarthy – Fruity

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

SummerSuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.

Occasion tags include deterministic rules plus LLM-assisted fact-checked patches based on recipe name, ingredients, glassware, flavour tags and pairing evidence.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-Free Vegan Vegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

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Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka2.0 oz

GinWorks, but changes the drink

How much to use: Use the same volume; expect more juniper and herbal aroma.
What changes: Gin can replace vodka when a more botanical result is acceptable.

Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

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Last updated June 18, 2026

Ingredients, measures and method are taken from the source recipe; roles and serving details are mapped from reviewed evidence.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Vodka and Apple Juice?: The Vodka and Apple Juice is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 21.1%. A standard serving contains approximately 164 calories.
What does a Vodka and Apple Juice taste like?: Vodka and Apple Juice has a flavour profile featuring Apple. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
How strong is a Vodka and Apple Juice?: The Vodka and Apple Juice has an ABV of approximately 21.1%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 164 kcal, 5.8g sugar, 6.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Vodka and Apple Juice typically served?: Vodka and Apple Juice is often suggested for Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Vodka and Apple Juice?: If you enjoy Vodka and Apple Juice, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Vodka and Apple Juice at home?: Yes. The Vodka and Apple Juice 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.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?: Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?: Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Vodka and Apple Juice with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.