5 Vodka Drinks to Make This Summer

The sun is shining, the air is warm, it’s time mix up some cocktails and dance until dawn! OK, well, even if you’re not planning to dance until dawn, now that’s time of year to invite over some friends, sit outside, and enjoy the good vibes.

So, if you’re looking for amazing easy-to-make cocktails for summer, you’re in luck. We’ve got five delicious vodka cocktails guaranteed to make your next summer gathering at home a hit.

1.Absolut Lime Vodkarita


There’s something about the zesty freshness of fresh Lime that just screams summer, which is why we love the Absolut Lime Vodkarita.

This lime cocktail mixes Absolut Lime – yep, our incredible Lime-Flavored Vodka – together with Fresh Lime Juice, and Agave Nectar. Shaken until ice-cold and served in a Salt-Rimmed Rocks Glass, the Absolut Lime Vodkarita is a perfect summer drink.

Check out our recipe for an Absolut Lime Vodkarita.

2. French 76

If you love classic cocktails, then you already know of the French 75. But have you heard of the French 76?

Where the French 75 is a classic made with Gin, Champagne, Lemon Juice, and Simple Syrup, the French 76 substitutes Gin for Absolut Vodka. And it’s amazing!

Ever-so-elegant and ever-so-summer, serve the French 76 in a Collins Glass or a Champagne Flute, and you’ve got a summer cocktail your friends will be talking about all summer long. Discover the recipe for a French 75 made with Vodka.

3. Sex on the Beach

In theory, any cocktail with “beach” in its name is destined for summer greatness, and the Sex on the Beach proves it with every sip. It captures the essence of a summer sunset and delivers the flavor of an island escape.

Sex on the Beach is a built drink, which means no shaking, blending or anything fancy required. Just grab a Highball Glass and build your drink directly in the glass. Be sure to check out our article where we explain the built method of cocktails.

This sweet yet tart classic combines Absolut Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Orange Juice, and Sweetened Cranberry Juice. Close your eyes and imagine the 80s for a truly authentic Sex on the Beach cocktail experience.Take a look at our Sex on the Beach recipe.

4. Summertime

Imagine if a drink with this name was anything but an amazing summer sipper?

The Summertime cocktail is another built drink…because who doesn’t love easy to make summer drinks? It blends Absolut Vodka, Dry Vermouth, Lemon Juice, Tonic Water, and is garnished with a Grapefruit Wedge.

Clean, crisp, and fresh. The name says it all, really – it’s summertime in cocktail form.  Here’s how to make a Summertime cocktail.

5. The Swedish Paloma

Here’s another Vodka twist on a classic cocktail. Of course, the original Paloma is one of the most beloved Tequila cocktails of all time, but here we mix it up by exchanging the Tequila for Absolut Grapefruit.

OK, it’s no secret that we love Grapefruit around here, and when it comes to Grapefruit cocktails, the Swedish Paloma hits the spot BIG time.

The Swedish Paloma mixes our Grapefruit-Flavored Vodka together with Fresh Ruby Red Grapefruit and Soda Water. The result? A summer cocktail that’s simply citru-licious!

Check out our recipe for a Swedish Paloma.