Taste profile
Strong, light, balanced, and smooth.

Cocktail guide
Kamikaze combines Vodka, Triple Sec, Lime Juice in a ordinary drink served in a cocktail glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.
Taste profile
Strong, light, balanced, and smooth.
Best for
Best for summer patio.
Quick tags
Quick fact
The Kamikaze is made of equal parts vodka, triple sec and lime juice. Garnish is typically a wedge or twist of lime. Dozens of variations exist in online databases today. Some include the addition of cane sugar.
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Ingredients
How to make it
Method
Shaken
Finish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Taste map
Strength
Strong
Sweetness
Light
Sourness
Balanced
Bitterness
Smooth
Read: Kamikaze is a easy alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Vodka, Triple Sec, Lime Juice.
Texture and serve cues
Best for
Best for summer patio.
Glassware
Cocktail glass
More to know before you make it
Flavor read
Expect a spirit-forward finish with support from Vodka, Triple Sec, Lime Juice.
Best pairing
Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.
Serving style
Serve in a cocktail glass and aim for a easy prep that still feels polished in the glass.
Where it fits
Kamikaze is associated with the New Era Drinks family of modern cocktail classics.
Background
The Kamikaze is made of equal parts vodka, triple sec and lime juice. Garnish is typically a wedge or twist of lime. Dozens of variations exist in online databases today. Some include the addition of cane sugar.
Reference cards
Base spirit
Vodka
Category
Ordinary Drink
IBA category
New Era Drinks
Alcohol
Alcoholic
Glass
Cocktail glass
Method
Shaken
Garnish
Usually finished with Lime Juice.
Updated
March 11, 2026
Sources and extras
Image credit: Bevvy
Reference note: Kamikaze (cocktail)
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