A vodka soda (or vodka and soda) is a mixed drink of the highball variety which contains primarily vodka, soda, and ice. It may be garnished with lemon or lime.Single occurrence sources for the standard garnishment of a "Vodka soda": Splashes of various juices or other drink mixers etc. may be added as a variation to impart a subtle flavor to the drink. A general rule of thumb for the recipe is a 2:1 soda to vodka ratio. One notable quality of the libation is that it contains fewer calories than most other mainstream alcoholic beverages. It rose to particular prominence in the late-2010s along with hard seltzers as bar customers grew more health conscious. The beverage is sometimes loosely (or even lightheartedly) associated with women (especially young) attempting to watch their figure; it also has a following within the LGBTQ+ community.
See also Vodka tonic Vodka cocktail
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