Cheers to Spring and 3 Delightful Vodka Cocktails

OK, if you had to choose: Are you a vodka or a wine woman? Don’t freak out now. We’re not actually forcing you to pick. And yet, spring does kinda call for an icy vodka cocktail—or better yet, three—on the deck to celebrate the conquering of winter.

Oh how we adore our vodka—for so many reasons. It’s clear, clean, and as low-cal as booze gets. Plus, it’s just so darn versatile. We use it as the base in everything from basic drinks to elaborate cocktails. No matter your craving, it’s here for you—fruity, sweet, tangy anyone?

Now, what if there was a vodka with a twist, one that is just a little different from the rest? We recently discovered Wódka Żołądkowa Gorzka, a vodka made in a special Polish tradition that spans hundreds of years. It’s got a unique golden colour because it’s infused with herbs and fruit resulting in a smooth taste with just enough hint of sweet tangerine. Make sure your friends take cabs to your place because once you mix up these easy cocktails, no one will be able to stop drinking.

Thirsty? Pick an AWESOME Vodka Cocktail

1. SPIKED HIGHBALL TEA

Iced tea and warm weather go hand in hand. Add vodka for a spiked and sweetened version.

WHAT YOU NEED

1 oz. Wódka Żołądkowa Gorzka
1 lemon
1 cup of unsweetened tea (steeped and cooled to room temperature)
Ice

WHAT YOU DO

Pour Wódka Żołądkowa Gorzka into highball glass and top with steeped tea. Juice lemon and add to taste. Stir and serve on ice.

2. GROWN-UP RASPBERRY LEMONADE

Lemonade is a childhood favourite. Enjoy it as an adult with the addition of vodka and freshly muddled raspberries.

WHAT YOU NEED

1 oz. Wódka Żołądkowa Gorzka
Lemonade
Handful of raspberries
Ice

WHAT YOU DO

Muddle raspberries in a highball glass and top with vodka and lemonade. Stir and serve on ice.

3. POMTASTIC MARTINI

Pomegranate juice and Wódka Żołądkowa Gorzka puts a unique twist on the classic martini. The Pomtastic Martini is best served in a chilled martini glass.

WHAT YOU NEED