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Vodka-based Cocktails

Bloody Mary

1 1/2 ounces vodka
3 ounces tomato juice
1/2 ounce lemon juice
1 dash Worcestershire Sauce
1 dash celery salt
1 dash Tabasco Sauce

Thoroughly shake all ingredients with ice. Strain into tall or squat 8-ounce glass. Decorate with celery.

Barbara

2 measures vodka
1 measure creme de cacao
1 measure cream

Shake together the vodka, creme de cacao and cream to create this incredibly smooth, velvety drink.

Screwdriver

1 1/2 ounce vodka
4 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed orange juice, ice-cold
1 teaspoon lemon juice.

Pour over ice cubes. This drink is easy to make, and is generally served in a Highball glass.

Harvey Wallbanger

Vodka 45 ml
Galliaeno 20 ml +
Orange juice to fill
Ice cubes ½ glass

Serve in a high ball glass with a slice of orange.

Blue Lagoon

Vodka 45 ml
Blue Curacao 15 ml
Lemonade to top

Serve in a high ball glass with a slice of orange.

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