International Vodka Day: A Global Celebration

International Vodka Day, celebrated annually on October 4, is a global nod to one of the world’s most versatile spirits. From classic cocktails to neat pours, vodka has earned its place in bars and home setups around the world.

October 4 is the perfect excuse to mix something new, revisit a favorite or raise a glass to the drinks vodka has helped define.

If you’re looking for inspiration, Rico dives into vodka’s history, shares home mixing tips and shows how to make three of our most popular vodka cocktails.  Watch the video above.

Is October 4 National Vodka Day?


If you’re in the U.S., October 4 marks National Vodka Day. Elsewhere, it’s International Vodka Day or World Vodka Day — either way, it’s a good day to pour something worth celebrating.

Looking for some drink-spiration? Watch Rico and award-winning bartender Hedda Bruce from Tjoget in Stockholm, Sweden, as they demonstrate how to make the ultimate Espresso Martini.

How To Celebrate International Vodka Day

International Vodka Day is your chance to celebrate vodka in a style that suits you. That might mean a classic cocktail like a Moscow Mule or Cosmopolitan, a flavored vodka serve or something a little more experimental.

If you want a good place to start, the video below shows Rico making two versions of a Vesper Martini — one classic, one with a more luxurious twist. Try it at your next home party and see which one people reach for first.

What Drink Should I Make for International Vodka Day?

That depends on what you’re in the mood for. A Vodka Tonic is always a solid choice, while a Cosmopolitan, Mule or Espresso Martini brings a little more flair to the glass.

Many of the world’s best-known vodka cocktails are built on just a few ingredients, which means you don’t need much to make something worth pouring.

So, whatever cocktail you mix and however you decide to celebrate, we say cheers to International Vodka Day!