Kamikaze (cocktail)
The Kamikaze is made of equal parts vodka, triple sec and lime juice. Garnish is typically a wedge or twist of lime.
| Cocktail | |
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 Kamikaze cocktail, served straight up in a cocktail glass. | |
| Type | Cocktail |
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| Served | Straight up; without ice |
| Standard garnish | Lime slice |
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| Preparation | Shake all ingredients together with ice. Strain into glass, garnish and serve. |
| Timing | All Day |
Origins
According to cocktail historian David Wondrich, the Kamikaze shot first appeared in 1976 and may have been the original "shooter" cocktail. [1] The Kamikaze drink was created by Richard Stein the proprietor of Richard's Lounge in Lakewood, New Jersey circa 1976.
Variations
Dozens of variations exist in online databases today.[2] Some include the addition of cane sugar.
See also
References
- "Kamikaze shot". Bevvy.
- "Kamikaze". Drinknation.com.
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