The Kamikaze is a sharp, citrus-forward sour combining vodka, triple sec, and fresh lime juice in equal parts. Clean, bold, and refreshing, it delivers a crisp balance of acidity and sweetness with a dry, energetic finish.
Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice. Shake hard until well chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Serve immediately.
Served straight up in a chilled coupe glass, clear and bright, with no garnish.
Pairs well with spicy appetizers, seafood, and salty snacks.
A late-20th-century American cocktail that became popular as a bold, no-nonsense vodka sour.
Ideal for lively cocktail parties and fast-paced social settings.
Bright lime acidity leads, balanced by orange sweetness and a clean vodka backbone.
Bold, direct, and energetic.
This recipe is intended as a fixed classic sour; variations are not required to preserve balance and identity.
29%
⚠️ Alcoholic beverage: not suitable for minors, pregnant individuals, or designated drivers. Please enjoy responsibly.
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Kamikaze sits around 29% ABV. Use these routes to compare drinks with a similar drinking weight, then narrow them by style, method or glass.
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