Guide

Lime Vodka Cocktails for Happy Hour — Ranked by Data

The lime vodka cocktails below make sense for happy hour: each leads with lime character and holds up in that setting. They are ranked by recipe quality from the WhatDrink database, and the notes explain how each option fits the requested flavor and context so you can compare the qualifying drinks.

44Recipes reviewed

20Matching this guide

16.6gMedian sugar

232 kcalMedian calories

14.3%Median ABV

Ranked recipes

#	Drink	Why it ranks	Best for
1	747 Drink	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 163 kcal	Best for happy hour
2	Autodafé	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 92 kcal	Best for happy hour
3	Bloody Mary	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 373 kcal	Best for happy hour
4	Bullfrog	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 195 kcal	Best for happy hour
5	Cape Codder	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 388 kcal	Best for happy hour
6	Cappuccino Cocktail	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 355 kcal	Best for happy hour
7	Casco Bay Lemonade	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 444 kcal	Best for happy hour
8	Cherry Wine Cocktail	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 95 kcal	Best for happy hour
9	Citronella Cooler	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 113 kcal	Best for happy hour
10	Cosmopolitan	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 136 kcal	Best for happy hour
11	Cubeltini	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 323 kcal	Best for happy hour
12	Green Hornet (Dry)	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 202 kcal	Best for happy hour
13	Hairy Sunrise	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 396 kcal	Best for happy hour
14	Jitterbug	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 331 kcal	Best for happy hour
15	Kamikaze	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 164 kcal	Best for happy hour
16	Katana	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 288 kcal	Best for happy hour
17	Lime Giant	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 240 kcal	Best for happy hour
18	Long vodka	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 256 kcal	Best for happy hour
19	Madras	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 204 kcal	Best for happy hour
20	National Aquarium	Lime-forward vodka option for happy hour · 223 kcal	Best for happy hour

Best picks by use case

Lowest sugar

Autodafé

0.0g estimated sugar

~92 kcal · 0.0g sugar

Simplest recipe

Lime Giant

2 ingredients

~240 kcal · 5.0g sugar

Methodology

Is this guide right for you?

Good fit if:

You want drinks that actually fit this setting, not just keyword matches
You want a ranked shortlist rather than a generic occasion list
You want flavour and strength context alongside the ranking

Poor fit if:

You need a complete drinks menu for an event
You need exact bar-specific values — these are data estimates
You expect a single 'best' drink for every person — occasion fit is personal

Frequently asked questions

What cocktails are on this page?: This page lists 20 cocktails matched on multiple criteria — vodka as the base, lime flavor profile, happy hour occasion fit — from WhatDrink data. All pass quality and completeness filters.
Why combine multiple criteria?: Single-signal pages (e.g. "gin cocktails" or "citrus cocktails") have broad results. Combining criteria — spirit + flavor + occasion — surfaces drinks that genuinely fit a specific mood or context, reducing decision fatigue.
What do these cocktails taste like?: Flavor profiles vary but share the matched criteria. Check individual drink pages for full flavor tags, tasting notes, and sensory profiles.
How many drinks are on this page?: There are 20 cocktails on this page. The list updates as new recipes are added to WhatDrink.
Why do these lime vodka cocktails work for happy hour?: Each qualifies on all three signals — vodka as the base, a flavor profile that leads with lime, and a fit for happy hour — so the list is already narrowed to drinks that suit the setting. The ranking notes explain the flavor and context evidence behind each option so you can compare the qualifying drinks.
What foods pair with these cocktails?: Food pairing suggestions are available on individual drink pages.
Can I make these at home?: Most cocktails here use accessible bar ingredients. Click through to any recipe for the full ingredient list and step-by-step preparation.