Happy National Vodka Day! Here Are Some Cocktails to Celebrate
October 4th is National Vodka Day, and even better, it’s a Friday! An ideal excuse to celebrate one of the most versatile spirits.
Whether you prefer it shaken, stirred, or served with a twist, we’ve rounded up some stunning cocktails that are sure to impress. From bold flavors to creative presentations, these drinks are designed to make your experience unforgettable.
Located inside the Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood, Cabo Wabo Cantina will celebrate National Vodka Day with the crowd-pleasing Vojito. The celebration doesn’t stop as this cocktail will also be featured for the entire month of October in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness! For every purchase of the Vojito, Cabo Wabo will donate $1 to Susan G. Komen Nevada. This signature cocktail is available for $16.45 a glass or $49.95 for a pitcher.
Photo by Rick Martin
Vojito
by Cabo Wabo Cantina
Ingredients
1 ¼ oz. Devotion Vodka
3 Blueberries
3 Blackberries
10-15 Mint Leaves
½ oz. Simple Syrup
½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
3 oz. Sweet and Sour
Splash of Club Soda
Preparation
In a highball, shake (DO NOT muddle).
Pour over ice and top with club soda.
At this luxe lounge, vodka pairs wonderfully with a fine cigar. Sit back and sip on the Sweet Melissa, an elegant and refreshing blend of Ciroc Passion Vodka, mint, lavender bitters, agave, lemon, and cranberry juice, priced at $20. Elevate your experience by pairing this vibrant cocktail with a cigar from Eight’s impressive selection, handpicked by the lounge’s expert cigar ambassadors. It’s the ultimate way to indulge your senses and enjoy a sophisticated night of vodka, cigars and relaxation.
Sweet Melissa
by Eight Lounge
Ingredients
5 Mint Leaves
3 dashes of Lavender Bitters
½ oz. Agave Syrup
¾ oz. Lemon Juice
1 ½ oz. Ciroc Passion Vodka
Cranberry Juice float
Preparation
Combine all ingredients in a shaker tin, add cubed ice, shake well.
Strain over crushed ice in tall collins glass.
Top with cranberry juice.
If you’re looking to celebrate National Vodka Day in roaring 20’s style, look no further. Gatsby’s signature silky, high-class Daisy’s Sour is made with Belvedere, Lazzaroni Amaretto, lemon and lime juice, rosemary syrup, lavender bitters and egg whites, priced at $19.
Photo by @fotojosejose
Daisy’s Sour
by Gatsby’s Cocktail Lounge
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Haku Vodka
½ oz. Lazarroni Amaretto
½ oz. Lime Juice
¾ oz. Lemon Juice
¾ oz. Rosemary Syrup
¾ oz. Egg Whites
Preparation
Combine all ingredients into shake, add ice and shake vigorously.
Strain into coupe glass.
Top with lavender bitters and daisy flower clipped to the glass.
Made with Grey Goose Vodka, Tropical Red Bull, passion fruit purée and fresh orange and lemon juices, the subtle sweet taste of vodka just almost disappears into the tropical flavors of the beverage. Available priced at $23 for a 16-ounce cup, at $47 for a 32-ounce souvenir cup, or in a shareable pitcher for $90.
Photo by Clique Hospitality
Orange Crush
by DAYLIGHT Beach Club
Ingredients
2 oz. Grey Goose Vodka
¾ oz. Passion Fruit Puree
½ oz. Lemon Juice
½ oz. Simple Syrup
¾ oz. Orange Juice
2 oz. Tropical Red Bull
Preparation
Combine vodka, passion fruit puree, simple, lemon and orange juice in a shaker; shake well.
Top with Tropical Red Bull.
Strain into glass over ice.
The award-winning French restaurant in Kensington invites guests to savor the herbaceous elegance of the Basil Martini, priced at $16. This cocktail offers a refreshing take on classic mixology and radiates a bright green hue, thanks to the fresh basil leaves muddled to perfection. Served in a martini glass and garnished with a basil leaf, this drink is crisp and sophisticated, combining vibrant flavors and aromas with eye-catching presentation.
Photo by Bleu Bohème
Basil Martini
by Bleu Bohème
Ingredients
2 ½ oz. French Vodka
1 ½ oz. Sweet and Sour Mix
½ oz. Fresh Lime Juice
1 tsp Granulated Sugar
3-5 Fresh Basil Leaves
Preparation
In a cocktail shaker, muddle fresh basil and sugar and add in the sweet and sour mix, vodka and lime juice.
Fill the shaker with ice and heavily shake.
Strain into a martini glass and garnish with a single basil leaf.
San Diego’s vibrant downtown dining scene will offer scenic sips of the city skyline and their Espresso De Olla, crafted with Locals Only Vodka, Malahat Spiced Rum, espresso, roasted orange, cinnamon and clove, priced at $18.
Photo by Kambria Fischer
Preparation
Combine all ingredients into a cocktail shaker.
Shake and fine strain into a coupe.
Garnish with cinnamon orange powder.
*Café de Olla Syrup
Ingredients
cinnamon
cloves
dehydrated oranges
Preparation
Dry-toast spices (cinnamon, cloves, dehydrated oranges)
Add toasted spices to a pot with sugar and water, cooking on low heat for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Transfer syrup to an ice bath to cool to room temperature.
Strain the syrup through a Superbag to remove spices, then transfer into a container.
With features like sky-high ceilings, indoor/outdoor dining, a lively bar, happy hour, late night specials and exemplary service, Mezé harnesses the pillars of Greek culture with a distinctively Southern California vibe. Awarded “Best Greek,” “Best Small Plates,” “Best Mediterranean,” and “Best Late-Night Menu” by San Diego media and diners, Mezé celebrates National Vodka Day offering guests the Una Fazzia Una Razza Espresso Martini, a smooth and sweet espresso martini made with Ketel One Vodka, Orgeat and R&D Sarsaparilla Bitters, priced at $18.
Photo by Meze Greek Fusion
Una Fazzia Una Razza Espresso Martini
by Mezé Greek Fusion
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Ketel One Vodka
1 ½ oz. Cold Brew Coffee
¾ oz. Almond Orgeat
4 dashes R&D Sarsaparilla Bitters
Preparation
Combine Ketel One, cold brew, orgeat and bitters in a shaker with ice.
Shake well.
Strain into glass.
Top with whipped cream and ground espresso beans.
Located at Pendry San Diego, Lionfish will celebrate National Vodka Day by spotlighting all its vodka-based cocktails! One includes The Revival, made with Belvedere Vodka, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, basil syrup, lemon juice, cucumber juice and Chandon sparkling, priced at $19.
Photo by Robert Reyes
The Revival
by Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine
Ingredients
1 ½ oz. Belvedere Vodka
¾ oz. St. Germain
¾ oz. Lemon Juice
¾ oz. Basil Simple Syrup
A splash of Cucumber Juice
A splash of Chandon
Preparation
Combine the first five ingredients into a cocktail shaker.
Fill the shaker with ice and heavily shake.
Pour into a champagne flute and top with the splash of Chandon.
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