20 Cocktails So Good, You’ll Never Order a Vodka Soda Again
Let’s be honest—ordering a vodka soda is the ultimate safe choice, but it’s also, well… boring. If you’re ready to shake things up (literally), these 20 cocktails will introduce you to bold flavors, creative twists, and drinks that actually taste amazing. From timeless classics to modern concoctions, each sip is an upgrade from your usual go-to. Whether you love something sweet, smoky, or extra strong, there’s a drink here that will make you forget vodka sodas even exist. Get ready to impress your taste buds—and maybe even your bartender—with these must-try cocktails!
Tropical Rum Punch
There is no better classic rum cocktail than this easy Rum Punch recipe! Full of fresh fruity flavors like pineapple, orange and lime, it’s not to be missed.
Pomegranate Lime Martini
A Pomegranate Lime Martini is a festive cocktail full of fresh pomegranate juice, bubbly champagne, and more. Make this party cocktail this holiday season to celebrate New Year’s Eve or any occasion!
Best Fresh Blackberry Cocktail Recipe
It will be love at first sip with this blackberry cocktail recipe! A Blackberry Vodka Smash has fresh blackberries muddled with lemon juice and a splash of simple syrup, topped with bubbly soda for the perfect effervescent, refreshing drink!
Bushwacker Drink
The Bushwacker drink is like a mashup of a chocolate milkshake and piña colada! This boozy frozen cocktail stars Kahlua and creme de cacao.
Blueberry Moscow Mule Cocktail
Blueberry Moscow Mule cocktail recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a refreshing, flavored moscow mule! Fresh blueberries are muddled with lime and mint to make a fruity mule without having to make a syrup!
Strawberry Martini
This fruity strawberry martini is an easy and delicious vodka cocktail to make this spring. Made with strawberry syrup infused with real strawberries for a powerful strawberry flavor. Then shaken with vodka and a bit of lemon juice and served in a chilled glass.
Watermelon Martini
This watermelon martini recipe is the perfect refreshing drink for a hot Summer day! These easy, cosmo-style martinis are made with vodka or gin and bursting with fresh watermelon flavor!
Spiked Lemon Shake-Up Cocktail
Spiked Lemon Shake-Up Cocktail is your classic vodka lemonade drink brought to the next level. It’s still quick and easy to throw together, but has a fresher taste, just like those timeless lemon shake-ups enjoyed at fairs and festivals.
Espresso Martini
The perfect after-dinner drink, this Espresso Martini, sometimes called an Vodka Espresso, is the ultimate cocktail for coffee lovers. So whip out that espresso machine and get to shaking!
Basil Vodka Gimlet Cocktail
Enjoy the best basil cocktail with this easy basil vodka gimlet recipe made with lime juice, vodka, a touch of sweetness, and fresh basil for a perfectly refreshing drink!
Cucumber Cosmo
A Cucumber Cosmo is made with cucumber vodka, fresh lime juice, triple sec, and cranberry. This cucumber cocktail recipe is a refreshing, elevated twist on a classic pink cosmopolitan!
Orange Frost Cocktail
Orange Frost Cocktail is a refreshing and festive holiday cocktail. Blended with Sagamore Spirit rye whiskey, lemon and orange juices, and maple syrup, you should make this your holiday party cocktail!
Spicy Caipirinha Cocktail
A traditional Brazilian beverage gets a spicy twist and is lightened up with a secret ingredient. Grab a bottle of Cachaça and switch up your cocktail game with this Spicy Jalapeño Caipirinha Cocktail!
Cosmopolitan Drink Recipe
The iconic Cosmopolitan Martini cocktail is made with only four simple ingredients and makes the most beautiful and delicious drink. This Cosmopolitan cocktail has the perfect balance of fruity, tart and sweet without being overly sweet.
Easy Pomegranate Clementine Vodka Cocktail
This easy Pomegranate Clementine Vodka Cocktail recipe is party ready! It’ll appeal to the boozy purest as well as the occasional sipper.
Lychee Martini Cocktail
This Lychee Martini recipe is a refreshing, sweet and fruity vodka martini with floral notes from tropical lychees. This lychee cocktail is easy to make with only 3 ingredients and it’s absolutely delicious!
White Chocolate Martini
A White Chocolate Martini, rimmed with candy canes is the perfect festive dessert drink! Learn how to make this simple cocktail recipe for easy entertaining and more!
Spiced Whiskey Cider
Nothing says fall like the smell and taste of apple cider, except apple cider spiked with tummy warming whiskey. Spiced Whiskey Cider pairs the two to make the ultimate fall cocktail.
Bubbly Pumpkin Margarita
Bubbly Pumpkin Margarita is a fun a festive fall cocktail that’s so simple to make and has tons of warm autumn flavor! This drink can be made as a punch for a crowd too for all of your holiday parties!
Negroni Sbagliato
The Negroni Sbagliato is a spin on the classic cocktail using Prosecco instead of gin. It’s bitter, sweet, bubbly…and better than the original.
