Vodka Soda

Ingredients

• 2 oz (60ml) Vodka (your preferred brand)
• 4-6 oz (120-180ml) Soda Water (club soda or sparkling water), chilled
• 1 Lime wedge or wheel, for garnish
• Ice

Instructions

1. Fill a highball glass completely with fresh ice cubes. Using plenty of ice will keep your drink colder for longer and prevent dilution.
2. Pour 2 oz (60ml) of your chosen vodka over the ice.
3. Top the glass with 4-6 oz (120-180ml) of chilled soda water. Adjust the amount to your taste preference – more soda for a lighter drink, less for a stronger one.
4. Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon to combine the ingredients. Avoid over-stirring, as this can flatten the soda.
5. Garnish with a fresh lime wedge or wheel. Squeeze the lime into the drink before dropping it in for an extra burst of citrus.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your crisp Vodka Soda!

Tips

• Quality Ingredients: While simple, the Vodka Soda truly benefits from good quality vodka and fresh, fizzy soda water.
• Ice Matters: Use good quality, fresh ice. Large ice cubes or spheres melt slower, keeping your drink colder and less diluted.
• Chilled Glass: For an extra cold drink, chill your highball glass in the freezer for a few minutes before mixing.
• Fresh Lime: Always use fresh lime. The difference between fresh and bottled lime juice is significant.

Variations

• Flavoured Vodka: Experiment with citrus, berry, or even spicy flavoured vodkas for a new twist.
• Fruit Infusion: Muddle a few slices of cucumber, berries, or a sprig of mint at the bottom of the glass before adding ice for a subtle fruit infusion.
• Different Sodas: Swap out soda water for tonic water (making it a Vodka Tonic), grapefruit soda, or even a light ginger ale for a different flavour profile.
• A Splash of Juice: Add a small splash (e.g., 0.5 oz) of cranberry, pineapple, or grapefruit juice for a hint of sweetness and colour.