Vanilla Orange Vodka Fizz
A bright orange and vanilla vodka fizz with citrus, bubbles, and a soft nostalgic sweetness. Light, refreshing, and reminiscent of a classic creamsicle.
Because every drink deserves a beautiful moment.
Ingredients
2 ounces vodka
1 ounce fresh orange juice
½ ounce vanilla simple syrup
½ ounce fresh lemon juice
Soda water, to top
Instructions
Add the vodka, orange juice, vanilla syrup, and lemon juice to a shaker glass.
Fill with ice and shake until well chilled.
Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
Top with soda water.
Garnish with an orange twist or dehydrated orange slice.
Notes from the Bar
Vanilla Simple Syrup
To make vanilla simple syrup, combine 1 cup sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan and heat gently until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let cool completely before using.
This adds warmth and softness without overpowering the citrus.
Creamsicle Variation
For a more nostalgic, creamsicle-style version, add ½ to 1 ounce of heavy cream to the shaker before shaking. This creates a creamier texture while keeping the drink light and balanced.
Citrus Balance
The lemon juice keeps the orange from tasting flat and helps the vanilla stay bright rather than sweet.
Glassware
A tall highball keeps the fizz lively and refreshing, especially when served over plenty of ice.
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Make It a Date Nite
This cocktail is part of something bigger for us. It's a ritual we return to week after week.
Each week, we create a Date Nite designed around one drink, one thoughtful menu, and the feeling of slowing down together. The kind of night where the table is set with intention, the music hums softly in the background, and the evening unfolds without rushing.
For this Date Nite, we’ve paired a cocktail with a cozy, make-ahead-friendly menu, so you can enjoy the process without spending the whole night in the kitchen. We also include little touches we love like timing notes, a head start option, and a playlist to set the mood. Feel to pair the meal with any of our cocktails.
It’s not about perfection. It’s about presence. And turning an ordinary night at home into something that feels quietly special.
Each Date Nite includes a curated menu, cocktail pairing and a playlist, as well as another thoughtful extras like make-ahead tips, leftover ideas or table talk prompts to carry the night.
Kevin & Kate
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