Vodka Collins
A tall vodka lemonade highball topped with sparkling soda.
Base spirit
Vodka
Style
Highball
Glassware
Collins glass
Technique
Shake
The Vodka Collins shakes vodka with lemon and simple syrup before topping with soda water. The result is crisp, lightly sweet, and refreshing, making it an easy Collins‑family variation suited to warm weather.
Did you know?
“The Collins family traces back to 19th‑century punches; vodka versions became widespread with vodka’s U.S. boom.”
Source:Imbibe; Collins cocktail histories
Bartender's Note
Use chilled soda water to maintain fizz.
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How to make the Vodka Collins
- 1Shake vodka, lemon, and syrup.
- 2Strain into Collins glass.
- 3Top with soda.
- 4Garnish.
