Screwdriver
Vodka · Highball
The quintessential breakfast cocktail, pairing vodka with fresh orange juice. Said to be named by American oil workers in the 1940s who stirred their drinks with screwdrivers.
| Glass | Highball |
| Garnish | None |
| ABV | 10% |
| Category | classic |
| Flavor | citrus, refreshing, brunch, easy |
Ingredients
- Vodka2 oz
- Fresh Orange Juice4 oz
- Orange Wheel1 piece
Method
- Fill highball glass with ice
- Add vodka
- Top with fresh orange juice
- Stir and garnish with orange wheel
Pro Tips
- Fresh orange juice transforms this from gas-station drink to breakfast classic.
- Float high-proof vodka (Smirnoff 100) for extra kick without adding volume.
- A salt rim is unconventional but does wonders here — cuts the sweetness.