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Kamikaze

A tart and punchy vodka shooter that became a 90s bar staple

vodkaEasy~25% ABV
MethodShakeGlassShot GlassIcenoneGarnishlime wedge
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 1 ozvodka
  • 1 oztriple sec
  • 1 ozfresh lime juice(freshly squeezed)
  • lime wedgegarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add vodka and triple sec and lime juice to a shaker with ice.
  2. 2Garnish with a lime wedge if desired.
  3. 3Shake vigorously until very cold.
  4. 4Strain into a shot glass or serve over ice in a rocks glass.
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History & Origin

This simple equal-parts shooter emerged from dive bars and became a staple of 90s nightlife. Originally served as a shot but also enjoyed on the rocks.

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