Screwdriver

Ingredients

• 2 oz (60ml) Vodka
• 4-6 oz (120-180ml) Fresh Orange Juice (to taste)
• Ice
• Orange slice or wedge, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. Fill a highball glass generously with ice.
2. Pour in the vodka.
3. Top with fresh orange juice.
4. Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients.
5. Garnish with an orange slice or wedge, if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips

• Fresh is Best: For the best flavour, always use freshly squeezed orange juice. Store-bought juice can work in a pinch, but fresh will elevate your drink significantly.
• Adjust to Taste: The ratio of vodka to orange juice can be adjusted to your preference. Some prefer a stronger drink, while others like it milder.
• Plenty of Ice: Using a good amount of ice keeps your Screwdriver cold without diluting it too quickly.
• Quality Vodka: While a simple drink, a good quality vodka will make a noticeable difference in the overall smoothness of your cocktail.

Variations

• Harvey Wallbanger: Transform your Screwdriver by adding a float of Galliano L'Autentico (a vanilla-anise liqueur) on top.
• Fuzzy Navel: Replace the vodka with Peach Schnapps for a sweeter, fruitier twist.
• Slow Comfortable Screw: Add Southern Comfort and Sloe Gin to your Screwdriver for a more complex, boozy concoction.
• Madras: Introduce a splash of cranberry juice (typically a 1:1:1 ratio of vodka, orange juice, and cranberry juice) for a tart and colourful variation.
• Sunrise: For a visual treat, add a splash of grenadine to the bottom of the glass after mixing, letting it sink for a 'sunrise' effect.