5 Lime Vodka Drinks That Everyone Loves

It’s no secret we love citrus, which is why we made Absolut Lime – our beloved lime-flavored vodka.

So, what does Absolut Lime taste like?

“With Absolut Lime, you get the full flavor of Lime – you get the flavor of the flesh, you get the juice, you get the zest,” explains Ricardo ‘Rico’ Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador.

One of the best things about  lime vodka is its versatility. It adds a wonderful citrus freshness and zest to any drink. Just try it in a Lime Vodka Soda and you’ll see what we mean.

Below, we’ve got five incredible  cocktails with lime vodka. So, grab your  citrus press or citrus elbow and let’s get squeezing.

1. Absolut Lime Cosmopolitan

The Cosmopolitan is one of the most popular and iconic modern cocktails around, famously linked to Absolut Citron, our delicious lemon-flavored vodka.

The classic Cosmopolitan already calls for fresh lime juice — so swapping Absolut Citron for Absolut Lime, and orange zest for a lime wedge, makes for a natural, lime-forward twist on the original.

Ingredients:

• 40 ml Absolut Lime
• 20 ml Triple Sec
• 20 ml Lime Juice
• 20 ml Cranberry Juice
• Lime Wedge

Ready to make it? Check out the recipe for an Absolut Cosmo but then swap Absolut Citron for Absolut Lime.

2. Absolut Lime Vodkarita

The Absolut Lime Vodkarita may only need three ingredients — Absolut Lime, fresh-squeezed lime juice, and agave syrup — but it more than makes up for its short list with big, zesty flavor.

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Absolut Lime
• 20 ml Lime Juice
• 15 ml Agave Syrup
• Kosher Salt (for the rim of the Glass)
• Lime Wedge

“It tastes like fresh lime with a real fresh citrus zing”, says Rico. But to take things even further, be sure to serve the Absolut Lime Vodkarita in a lime-rubbed, salt-rimmed glass. It’s the taste of Mexico with a vodka twist.

Want to make one? Watch  how to make an Absolut Lime Vodkarita:

3. Absolut Lime Iced Tea

Summertime means Iced Teatime. The Absolut Lime Iced Tea mixes Absolut Lime, fresh squeezed lime juice, cold brew iced tea and simple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Absolut Lime
• Lemon Iced Tea
• Fresh Raspberry
• Lemon Wedge

How to mix:

1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
2. Use a jigger to measure and add Absolut Lime.
3. Top up with lemon iced tea.
4. Garnish with a fresh raspberry and a lemon wedge.

Tip! To make your cold brew iced tea, simply place a few tea bags in cold water and then put it in the refrigerator overnight or up to 10 hours.

4. Sit Down

Sit Down is a stirred drink featuring three different alcohol types – Absolut Lime, calvados apple brandy, and Amaro Ramazzotti – a bitter herbal liqueur.

Served in an elegant Martini glass, the result is a mix of complex herbal and fruity flavors. The Sit Down offers a cocktail experience like no other.

Ingredients:

• 30 ml Absolut Lime
• 15 ml Calvados
• 15 ml Amaro Ramazzotti
• Lime Zest

How to mix:

1. Fill a mixing glass with ice cubes.
2. Use a jigger to measure and add 15 ml Calvados.
3. Add 15 ml Amaro Ramazzotti.
4. Add 30 ml Absolut Lime.
5. Use a bar spoon to stir until perfectly chilled.
6. Strain into a cocktail glass.
7. Garnish with lime zest.

5. Absolut Lime Mule

Year after year, the Moscow Mule consistently ranks among the most popular cocktails, and 2024 was no exception, with the drink ranking as the third most popular vodka cocktail.

Fresh squeezed lime juice gives the Moscow Mule its signature zesty character, so when you use Absolut Lime instead of Absolut Vodka, the flavor of lime takes center stage and blends perfectly with the spiciness of the ginger beer. Welcome to your new favorite Mule.

Ingredients:

• 45 ml Absolut Lime
• 20 ml Lime Juice
• 15 ml Agave Syrup
• Crushed Ice

Ready to make it? Watch Rico show you how to make an Absolut Lime Vodkarita:

Looking for more drink-spiration? Explore our cocktail recipes.