Call Me A Cab Vodka Lemonade Wine co*cktail | Wine co*cktails (2024)

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Last Updated on September 11, 2022 by Tracy

Wine co*cktails are refreshing and oh so delicious if mixed right. This Call Me A Cab Vodka Lemonade Wine co*cktail is the perfect blend of sweet, dry, and summer!

Call Me A Cab Vodka Lemonade Wine co*cktail

Summer calls for cool drinks, sweet treats, and fun with friends. All the fun stuff doesn’t have to be for the kids, us adults can enjoy cool drinks and fun with friends too! That’s why I did some mixin’ in the kitchen and came up with some refreshing summer co*cktails.

It’s no secret that I love a good glass of wine, and it wasn’t until I created my Aloha Vodka Sunset co*cktail that I ever even thought of mixing wine with other liquors or even juices (unless I was making sangria). I mean, wine is amazing all on it’s own. And when I think of mixing wine with juice, I automatically think of grabbing for a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, both are lighter, crisper, have citrus notes, and can be a bit sweet at times and would blend nicely with a variety of concoctions I’m sure.

But, I had a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon in my hand and it’s about 95 degrees here in Florida, and I wanted to sit outside and watch the kids swim for a few. The Cab seemed a bit too dry (don’t get me wrong, I LOVE a good glass of Cabernet Sauvignon) for the summer heat and pool watching, so I opened the refrigerator and grabbed for the kids’ lemonade. The dryness and boldness from the red wine and the sour from the lemonade actually blended together perfectly. Add in some vodka and you got yourself an incredible wine co*cktail. Why vodka? Why not?! I have discovered that drinks with wine and vodka can be pretty darn tasty!

Before you know it, I had a beautiful, refreshing wine co*cktail in my glass, that I loved so much I made one for a friend and delivered to her house and decided that I had to share it with you all.

To make my Call Me A Cab Drink, you just need ice, your vodka of choice, a good bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon (I used CK Mondavi and Family) and lemonade. Ahhhhhh…..

Now, put your feet up and enjoy your soon to be favorite sweet wine co*cktail. Actually, you don’t have to save this wine co*cktail for just summer! Enjoy it all year long…well, I don’t always want a cold drink in the winter, but you catch my drift. This co*cktail recipe is the most popular recipe on my site, so I know you all like it too, don’t forget to share it with your friends!

I will admit that the “layering” look can be temperamental at times, try pouring the wine over the back of a spoon. But, don’t fear, if your co*cktail doesn’t layer, it will still taste delicious. I promise! But you don’t even have to take my word for it, check out the comments below 🙂

When I make this wine co*cktail these are the ingredients I use:

• Publix Old Fashioned Lemonade – I personally prefer the taste of “real” lemonade over the powdered, but I have had reviews on Pinterest that they have used just about every kind of lemonade you can think of, so grab what you have and give it a try!
• CK Mondavi and Family Cabernet Sauvignon – The price point on this wine is about $7.99, making it a great wine for drinking and a great wine for mixing.
• Grey Goose Vodka – It’s a great vodka, and to be honest, that was what I had on hand.
• Ice – You will want this vodka and wine co*cktail nice and cold.
• A Fun Clear Glass – This drink is GORGEOUS, so you want a glass that you can see it in! I used a Cognac/Bourbon glass, but on Pinterest folks have sent me pictures of this co*cktail in everything from wine glasses to mason jars

How to Choose a Wine for Making Wine co*cktails

When it comes to making wine co*cktails, the options are endless. But how do you choose the right wine for your co*cktail? The first thing you need to decide is what kind of co*cktail you want to make. Are you looking for something refreshing and light, or something richer and more robust? Once you’ve decided on the general flavor profile you’re going for, you can start narrowing down your wine choices.

Next, think about what kind of base liquor you’ll be using in your co*cktail. This will also help determine which wines will work best. For example, if you’re using vodka as your base, a lighter white wine would be a good choice. But if you’re using bourbon or whiskey, a bolder red wine would be better.

Finally, don’t be afraid to experiment!

Do I Need Expensive Liquor for Making Wine co*cktails?

You can make delicious wine co*cktails with any type of wine or liquor, including inexpensive options.

With these tips in mind, you can make delicious wine co*cktails without spending a lot of money on expensive liquor. So go ahead and experiment with different types of wines and mixers until you find a combination that you love.

How Does Layering Drinks Work?

When it comes to wine co*cktails, bartenders often layer drinks to create interesting and visually appealing effects. But how does this technique work?

Layering is all about density. Different liquors have different densities, so when they are combined in a glass, they will naturally separate into layers. The trick is to pour the liquor slowly and carefully so that each layer floats on top of the one before it.

So next time you see a bartender layering a drink, don’t be afraid to ask them how it’s done.

Oh and if you feel like calling a cab….call an uber 😉 Check out my new Call Me An Uber Blueberry Vodka Wine co*cktail

Now, here is my Call Me A Cab Vodka Lemonade Wine co*cktail Recipe, be sure to Print It and Pin It so that you can make it again and again…You’ll want to 😉

I hope you enjoy this Call Me A Cab Vodka Lemonade Wine co*cktail as much as my friends and I do!

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