Ginger Honey Vodka Collins
A lively vodka cocktail brightened with fresh ginger and honey, topped with sparkling soda for a crisp finish. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together vodka, fresh lemon juice, honey syrup (1:1 honey to water) for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 160 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 oz honey syrup (1:1 honey to water)
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 3 oz club soda
- 1 piece lemon wheel
- to fill crushed ice
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a shaker, combine 2 oz vodka, 1 oz fresh lemon juice, 3/4 oz honey syrup, and 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger.
- Step 2: Fill the shaker with ice cubes to the brim and shake vigorously for 15 seconds until well chilled.
- Step 3: Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a Collins glass filled with crushed ice.
- Step 4: Top with 3 oz club soda and stir gently once to combine.
- Step 5: Garnish with a lemon wheel placed on the rim for a bright finishing touch.
