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Long vodka

Long vodka combines Vodka, Lime, Angostura Bitters, Tonic Water in a ordinary drink served in a highball glass. It is a strong fit for summer patio and feels right at home in a well-stocked cocktail rotation.

Taste profile

Balanced, light, balanced, and balanced.

Best for

Best for summer patio.

Quick fact

Long vodka is usually served as a ordinary drink in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Vodka, Lime, Angostura Bitters.

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How to make it

Build it step by step.

2 steps
  1. 1Shake a tall glass with ice cubes and Angostura, coating the inside of the glass.
  2. 2Por the vodka onto this, add 1 slice of lime and squeeze juice out of remainder, mix with tonic, stir and voila you have a Long Vodka

Method

Stirred

Finish

Usually finished with Lime.

Taste map

Strength

Balanced

Sweetness

Light

Sourness

Balanced

Bitterness

Balanced

Read: Long vodka is a medium alcoholic cocktail for summer patio with Vodka, Lime, Angostura Bitters.

Texture and serve cues

Has citrus
Has bubbles
-Creamy texture
-Frozen style

Best for

Best for summer patio.

Glassware

Highball glass

More to know before you make it

A fuller read on the drink.

Flavor read

Expect a balanced profile with support from Vodka, Lime, Angostura Bitters.

Best pairing

Easy to serve with snacks, small plates, and casual sharing food.

Serving style

Serve in a highball glass and aim for a medium prep that still feels polished in the glass.

Where it fits

Long vodka sits comfortably in the vodka cocktail tradition, with an approachable style for home bartenders.

Background

Why this cocktail keeps showing up.

Long vodka is usually served as a ordinary drink in a highball glass, and its identity is shaped by Vodka, Lime, Angostura Bitters.

Reference cards

Base spirit

Vodka

Category

Ordinary Drink

Alcohol

Alcoholic

Glass

Highball glass

Method

Stirred

Garnish

Usually finished with Lime.

Updated

March 11, 2026

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