Vodka · COCKTAIL GUIDE

Screwdriver

Rather than leading with sweetness, orange, fruity and easy. What follows is a lean, light body with a light in strength centre. Compared with Lemon Drop, it leans toward a different balance. Its finish keeps the vodka base in view, even when the opening flavours feel more immediate. Brunch and Pastries are the first pairing directions in the index, while Lemon Drop offers a useful comparison.

OrangeFruityEasy

APPROX. ABV: 12%
STRENGTH: 2/5
DRINKABILITY: 5/5

TASTE PROFILE

How it is likely to feel

Sweetness4

Bitterness0

Sourness1

Strength2

Body2

Drinkability5

Fruity4

Herbal1

Smoky0

CLASSIC STRUCTURE

What is usually in it

50 ml Vodka

25 ml Modifier

Method: Build over ice and top as specified.
Glass: Highball or wine glass
Garnish: Citrus twist or wheel

Recipes and serving sizes vary by bar. ABV is an approximate guide.

PAIRING DIRECTIONS

Useful places to start

01Brunch

02Pastries

Pairing suggestions are directions, not fixed rules. Sauce, seasoning and serving temperature can change the result.

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UNDERSTAND THE STYLE

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