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5 vodka cocktails you can make in minutes

Easy Cocktails
Author: The Bar Team & Lauren Mote
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Explore the top 5 cocktails recommended by Global Cocktailian, Lauren Mote.

Rediscover the joy of having friends over for great drinks and overdue celebrations. Not sure what to mix up? Vodka is an essential for every home bar; smooth, versatile and great in a range of cocktails.

Impress your guests with these vodka cocktails that will be ready in minutes.

1. Cosmopolitan

There are some – a very few – cocktails that define a decade. And the Cosmopolitan, a hot pink, pleasantly sharp cocktail served in the iconic martini glass, was the essence of the 1990s. Here's our perfect version.

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Cosmopolitan
Baileys espresso martini in a coupe glass being placed on wooden tray next to coffee beans and honey cocktail

“Don't have a jigger? No problem. If you really want to be precise when mixing a drink, use a small shot glass (25ml) and some measuring spoons for baking.”

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Lauren, Mote

Global Cocktailian


3. Dutch Mule

It couldn't be simpler to combine vodka, lime, ginger and sugar to balance. This cocktail is the perfect sip for warmer seasons - and is perfect after a long day.

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Try a similar recipe for The Moscow Mule.

Ketel One Dutch Mule

4. Martini 

The martini is by ratio vodka to vermouth. I like mine 3 parts vodka to 1 part dry vermouth and a twist of lemon. 

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Read more about how to make the perfect vodka martini.

Vodka martini

5. John Collins 

This simple to make cocktail is made with fresh lemon juice, simple syrup and sparkling water. Its clean, crisp taste makes it the ideal sip for dinner parties. 

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Ketel One Jan Collins Serve Photography

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