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Vodka Lemon

Vodka Lemon is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans citrus and tart. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 17.7% ABV and roughly 130 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic17.7% ABV4 ingredients

At a Glance

130 kcalCalories
17.7%ABV
1.8gSugar
4.8gCarbs
1.2Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatebuilt drink

Why: 4 ingredients, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients & Tools

Tools:Bar Spoon

How to Make It

  1. The vodka lemon is prepared directly in a Highball glass or in a large tumbler: put 6-7 ice cubes in the glass, pour the vodka, lemonade and mix with a bar spoon.Pour
  2. Finally decorate with a slice of lemon and, if you prefer, add a few mint leaves.Add
  3. Your vodka lemon is ready to be served.Serve

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Cubed ice
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
  • Dry finish
  • Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • Seafood DinnerSuggested from its lemon and citrus notes, pairing with ceviche and seafood.
  • SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

SeafoodCevicheSalads

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

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

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Vodka5 cl

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

Lemon Juice7 cl

Lime JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if the drink tastes too sharp.
What changes
Lime juice can usually replace lemon juice, but the drink becomes sharper and more tropical.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lemon Peel1 Slice

Lemon TwistGood swap
How much to use
Use a similar-sized twist.
What changes
A lemon twist is usually a close substitute for lemon peel.
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.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Vodka Lemon?
The Vodka Lemon is a cocktail made with 4 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 17.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 130 calories.
What does a Vodka Lemon taste like?
Vodka Lemon has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Vodka Lemon?
Vodka Lemon pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Vodka Lemon?
The Vodka Lemon has an ABV of approximately 17.7%. That's approximately 1.20 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 130 kcal, 1.8g sugar, 4.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Vodka Lemon typically served?
Vodka Lemon is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Vodka Lemon?
If you enjoy Vodka Lemon, 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 Lemon at home?
Yes. The Vodka Lemon uses 4 ingredients, making it straightforward 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 Lemon 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.