This cocktail is equally popular in high-end bars and at youth parties, its original taste is hard to forget, and its ease of preparation is impressive. All this about the “Screwdriver” – a mixture of vodka with orange juice. Next, I will talk about the correct proportions and homemade cocktail recipe.
Historical reference. According to legend, the recipe was invented by American oil workers who worked in Saudi Arabia in the middle of the XNUMXth century, where alcohol is prohibited. For conspiracy, cunning workers thought of mixing vodka with concentrated orange juice. They stirred the finished cocktail with what was at hand – an ordinary screwdriver, hence the name.
The first mention of the “Screwdriver” is dated 1949. Time newspaper reported that Turkish intelligence agents were chatting with American engineers in a bar while drinking a newfangled alcoholic drink called Screwdriver. After this note, many Americans began to be interested in making “Screwdriver” at home. In those days, the drink was served only in a few bars. But a year later, the situation changed dramatically, the cocktail appeared on the menu of all drinking establishments in the United States.
Now many bartenders are inclined to believe that the recipe for “Screwdriver” was invented by the owner of the Smirnoff brand, John Martin, who popularized vodka in America. And the story with the oilmen was invented only for the sake of drawing attention to the cocktail. Be that as it may, “Screwdriver” still pleases with its excellent taste.
Cocktail “Screwdriver” is also beautiful because it can be prepared in advance in the right quantities. If you’re planning a big party, just mix vodka with orange juice and refrigerate. When guests arrive, pour the drink into glasses filled with ice.
Composition and proportions:
- orange juice (preferably freshly squeezed) – 150 ml;
- vodka (not moonshine) – 50 ml;
- ice cubes – 200 grams.
In the classic recipe, the cocktail is made in a 3: 7 ratio (3 parts vodka and 7 parts orange juice) in a tall highball glass.
Screwdriver Recipe
1. Fill a glass with ice cubes or chill it in the freezer.
2. Add 50 ml of vodka and 150 ml of orange juice, mix gently with a spoon.
3. Garnish with a slice of lemon.
The cocktail is ready. It has a light sweetish taste with hints of citrus. Orange juice neutralizes the burning aftertaste of vodka, therefore “Screwdriver” is very popular with ladies and young people.
