Cherry Vodka Collins Cocktail
A refreshing twist on the classic Collins cocktail, the Cherry Vodka Collins blends vodka, fresh cherries, lemon juice, and soda water for a crisp, fruity, and lightly fizzy drink.
Equipment
- Collins glass or highball glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Muddler
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- Small knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 4-5 fresh cherries pitted
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave syrup
- Club soda or sparkling water to top
- Ice cubes or crushed ice
- Lemon slice for garnish
- Fresh cherries for garnish
- Bitters or flavored syrup optional
Instructions
- Add fresh cherries to a cocktail shaker and muddle until juicy.
- Add vodka, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill shaker with ice and shake for about 10 seconds.
- Strain into a Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda or sparkling water.
- Stir gently with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with lemon slice and fresh cherries.
Notes
Use soda water instead of club soda for a less salty taste. Swap in agave syrup for a lighter sweetness. Adjust cherry quantity or add cherry syrup to change flavor intensity.