Try this Fizzy Tangerine Screwdriver recipe, or contribute your own.
- Carbohydrate 0 g
- Cholesterol 0 mg
- Fat 0 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Protein 0 g
- Saturated Fat 0 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (456g)
- Sodium 2.936990462 mg
- Sugar 0 g
- Trans Fat 0 g
- Calories 131 calories
Step-by-step
- Fill a high ball glass halfway with ice.
- Top with vodka, juice, and carbonated water.
- Gently stir.
- Garnish with a lime wedge.
The ingredient list leaves out how the dilution rate directly dictates the drinkable balance of the final glass. Standard ice cubes melt at varying speeds based on surface area, so filling a highball glass precisely halfway anchors the cooling rate without watering down the citrus before the first sip. Pouring the vodka directly over the frozen cubes chills the spirit instantly, lowering its temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit before the juices enter the vessel. Tangerine juice contains high levels of natural sugar compared to standard orange varieties, which means the carbonation must be exceptionally lively to cut through the heavy mouthfeel. Using lime-flavored carbonated water adds an essential acid note that sharpens the flavor profile without adding extra sweetness. Stirring the mixture requires a delicate touch using a long-handled bar spoon, pulling the liquid from the bottom upward exactly three times to integrate the components without stripping away the gaseous bubbles. When scaling this single-serving drink up for a larger group, multiply the liquid ratios linearly while mixing in a dedicated pitcher, but reserve the carbonated water until the individual glasses are poured to maintain maximum effervescence.
