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Vodka Slime

Vodka Slime is an alcoholic cocktail built on Vodka. It leans citrus and sparkling. Served in a Highball Glass. Expect about 8.7% ABV and roughly 256 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic8.7% ABV3 ingredients

At a Glance

256 kcalCalories
8.7%ABV
24.3gSugar
25.8gCarbs
1.59Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Easybuilt drink

Why: 3 ingredients

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Fill glass with ice.Fill
  2. Add vodka, 7-up then finish with the lime juice.Add

How to Serve

Glass
Highball Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusSparkling

Supporting notes

SweetTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

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

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

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

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.

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

Sprite1 cup

Lemon-Lime SodaGood swap
How much to use
Use the same amount.
What changes
Lemon-lime soda is usually a close substitute for Sprite.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Lime Juice1/2 shot

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Vodka1 1/2 shot

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.

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

Frequently asked questions

What is a Vodka Slime?
The Vodka Slime is a cocktail made with 3 ingredients, traditionally served in a Highball Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 8.7%. A standard serving contains approximately 256 calories.
What does a Vodka Slime taste like?
Vodka Slime has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Sparkling, Sweet, Tart. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Vodka Slime?
Vodka Slime pairs well with Seafood, Ceviche, Salads. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Vodka Slime?
The Vodka Slime has an ABV of approximately 8.7%. That's approximately 1.59 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 256 kcal, 24.3g sugar, 25.8g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Vodka Slime typically served?
Vodka Slime is often suggested for Seafood Dinner, Summer, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Vodka Slime?
If you enjoy Vodka Slime, 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 Slime at home?
Yes. The Vodka Slime uses 3 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 Slime 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.