Cold glass. Fresh citrus. Ocean air. Something crisp in your hand while the sun disappears into the water.
At Yacht Life Vodka, we believe the best drinks of summer aren’t overly complicated, they’re elevated classics with just enough personality to become part of the memory.
Here is a look at the cocktails we’ll be sipping all season long.
The Sundeck Spritz
Light, bright, and dangerously easy to drink.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Yacht Life Vodka
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz elderflower liqueur
- Sparkling water
- Lemon wheel + mint
Directions:
Add vodka, lemon juice, and elderflower liqueur over ice. Top with sparkling water and garnish with mint and lemon.
The Palm Beach Martini
A cleaner, citrus-forward martini with a coastal feel.
Ingredients:
- 2.5 oz Yacht Life Vodka
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- Grapefruit peel
- Olive or lemon twist
Directions:
Stir over ice until ice cold. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Express grapefruit peel over the top before serving.
Yacht Life Espresso Martini
Because some summer nights shouldn’t end early.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Yacht Life Vodka
- 1 oz espresso
- 0.75 oz coffee liqueur
- 0.5 oz vanilla syrup
Directions:
Shake aggressively with ice until frothy. Strain into a coupe glass.
Optional: garnish with dark chocolate shavings or a few espresso beans.
The Mediterranean Mule
Fresh and made for hot weather.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Yacht Life Vodka
- Ginger beer
- Fresh lime juice
- Basil leaves
- Cucumber slices
Directions:
Muddle basil lightly. Add vodka and lime juice over ice. Top with ginger beer and garnish with cucumber ribbons.
The Yacht Club Lemonade
Simple, Cold and Perfect.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Yacht Life Vodka
- Fresh lemonade
- Splash of sparkling water
- Frozen strawberries or lemon slices
Directions:
Build over crushed ice and stir gently.