This refreshing recipe for aVodka Collinsco*cktailis perfect for citrus season! Vodka, fresh orange & lemon juice, simple syrup plus a splash of club soda is all you need for the perfect co*cktail.
***This post was originally published on Dec 2015. It has been updated to be more helpful.
Vodka Collins Recipe
Looking for a refreshing vodka co*cktail? Try a Vodka Collins! It’s perfect for happy hour drinks, or water it down and it could be abrunch drinktoo.
Besides Tequila, Vodka is definitely my next favorite hard liquors. It mixes great with many juice and it makes for a GREAT co*cktail. For the most part, it’s easy to find, can be inexpensive, and is easy to flavor with other ingredients.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- You only need simple ingredients to make this recipe. No fancy mixes!
- It’s a no fuss co*cktail. Mix everything together and poor it over ice. It’s easy and fool proof.
- Tips on what to make ahead for a large crowd!
Ingredients
There are no complicated ingredients or liquors and most likely you have everything you need at home already. Amounts included in the full recipe card below.
- Vodka
- Fresh squeezed orange juice
- Fresh squeezed lemon juice
- Simple syrup
- Club Soda
Don’t forget the garnish!When serving your collins, don’t forget to garnish your drink with fresh fruit or fresh mint. It will take your co*cktail to the next level.
How To Make Vodka Collins
- Add all of the ingredients in a co*cktail shaker with some crushed ice.
- Shake for about 15 seconds and it’s ready to serve!
You do need a co*cktail shakerlike this but if you don’t have one, don’t despair! Just add all ingredients in a tall glass, stir well and pour over individual glasses. Easy peasy!
What To Serve With Vodka Collins
Any of your favorite munchies will do. If you’re looking for some new ideas, try it with freshPico de Gallo, Tinga tostadas, and maybe even some bajafish tacos!
I have no doubt you will impress your guests with this easy to make co*cktail!
Chef’s Tips and Notes
The key is fresh juice!
Nothing beats the flavor of freshly squeezed lemon & orange juice for this Vodka Collins co*cktail. It doesn’t require a large amount of fresh juice so you will not spend a lot of time prepping prior to make a couple of co*cktails.
Storage And Make Ahead Tips
Since this is such a simple drink to prepare, make individual drinks right before serving. You can squeeze the lemon and orange juice before and keep it cold in the fridge. Make sure both the vodka and club soda are chilled as well and you have lots of ice.
Hosting a party? Keep the juices in a pitcher in the refrigerator until ready to use.
It’s five o’clock somewhere! More:
co*cktails Recipes
- Classic Margarita
- Palomas
- Tequila Sunrise
- Cantaritos
- Tamarind Margarita
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Vodka Collins
Servings 2 glasses
Ana Frias
5 from 8 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
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This delicious recipe for aVodka Collinsco*cktail is perfect for citrus season! Vodka, fresh orange & lemon juice, simple syrup plus a splash of club soda is all you need for the perfect co*cktail.
2glasses
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz 1 standard shot Vodka
- 3 oz Fresh squeezed orange juice
- 1.5 oz Fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon Simple syrup or more to taste
- Club Soda
Instructions
Fill glasses with crushed ice.
In a co*cktail shaker, add all ingredients.
Shake for about 15 seconds.
Pour mixture into glasses and garnish with oranges, lemons, mint or your preferred garnish
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Nutrition
Serving: 2co*cktails | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 18g
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The person behind Muy Delish co*cktails!
My husband perfected this recipe so I can’t take the credit for it. I think he’s becoming the official mixologist behind Muy Delish! He has perfection a few others and I always look forward to his creations.
