What is a Press Drink?
Press drinks are cocktails composed of equal parts from two types of alcoholic beverages, making them a simple and quick solution for anyone trying to lower their calorie count. Press drinks have long been considered an easy and delicious drink solution!
Start by filling a glass with ice cubes. Pour 2 oz of vodka, and equal parts lemon-lime soda or club soda into it. You could also try using ginger ale or seltzer water for an even healthier version!
It is a type of mixed drink
Press drinks are mixed beverages made by combining coffee or tea with another beverage containing alcohol, typically liquor. They’re typically enjoyed before or after meals to aid digestion and cleanse the palate, and their easy preparation makes them enjoyable and refreshing. Many recipes for press drinks can be found online and in bartending books. To create one yourself, pour equal parts of both alcoholic beverages into a glass and stir it with a spoon until everything has mixed evenly – then you have yourself an ideal beverage that’s both refreshing and flavorful!
Cocktails differ from press drinks by having specific recipes and being more sophisticated beverages than their counterparts. Cocktails usually feature spirits, mixers, bitters and garnishes layered together into elegant creations that serve as great ways to unwind after an exhausting day at the office or meeting.
Cocktails can be either alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages that combine liquor, fruit juices, herbs, and spices into one drink. Cocktails can also be enjoyed both hot and cold; traditional classics like the Old Fashioned can stand the test of time while modern favorites like Cosmopolitan have quickly become fan favorites. There is even seasonal eggnog available during Christmastime or refreshing drinks made from fresh fruits during summer nights!
Cocktails differ from press drinks in that they’re usually served in tall glasses with long bar spoons and can include garnishes such as lime slices or mint leaves, depending on their recipe. Sometimes they’re shaken before being served.
The vodka press is an enjoyable libation that combines vodka, lemon-lime soda and club soda into an inebriating blend. The name derives from being “pressed together”, similar to its namesake Presbyterian Cocktail–a whiskey highball drink with both club soda and ginger ale in it.
For an easy and quick mixed drink option on a hot day, the vodka press may be just what’s needed to quench your thirst. Plus, add an orange juice splash for added flavour!
It is a popular drink
Press drinks are refreshing beverages made by mixing several sodas to create an irresistibly refreshing beverage. Most often made with vodka and lemon-lime soda, but other options such as ginger ale or tonic water may also work. Once combined, ingredients are poured over ice and gently mixed before garnishing with lime wedge and serving immediately. A press drink is widely appreciated for its fresh, healthy ingredients and delectable taste – popular before or after meals and useful in relieving digestive discomfort as well as being an excellent way to stay hydrated post workout.
No matter your favorite cocktail is, whether that be gin and tonic, rum and coke or whiskey and club soda – you are sure to find a press drink to suit your tastes! Press drinks offer an enjoyable yet healthy alternative that allows any type of alcohol to be used in its creation.
To create a press drink, fill a highball glass with ice cubes and add vodka, lemon-lime soda and club soda – stirring gently! Enjoy your beverage!
If you want to reduce the sugar in your drink, ginger ale can be substituted with lemon-lime soda; however, this will alter its taste. Another alternative would be seltzer water which has lower calories and cleaner flavor profiles than regular club soda.
When ordering drinks, it’s essential to understand what the term “press” entails. In bartending parlance, this refers to a double shot of liquor in one glass – similar to how “boilermaker” refers to half pint of mild beer mixed with half pint of brown ale in one pint glass.
The vodka press is an easy, refreshing cocktail made of vodka mixed with lemon-lime soda and club soda, with its name taking inspiration from Presbyterian, an older whiskey highball recipe which similarly featured these ingredients. You could also try making this drink using ginger ale or 7-Up as these are also considered “press drinks”.
It is easy to make
Press drinks are refreshing and straightforward cocktails to craft at home, often using equal parts lemon lime soda and alcohol – in this instance vodka or another spirit like tequila or gin are great examples of such cocktails. A squeeze of lime adds extra citrusy zest for an unforgettable taste that makes this beverage truly exceptional.
Make this drink in either a glass or cocktail shaker using ice. Ice will chill your beverage and enhance its flavors, and a squeezed lemon or lime wedge makes a nice garnish! Creating this tasty beverage won’t take much effort or time and is sure to delight guests at parties or casual get togethers alike.
For this drink, first fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour lemon-lime soda and club soda over the ice, and gently mix until all components have combined. If club soda is unavailable, ginger ale or another carbonated water could work just as well; you could even reduce calories by switching out diet soda if desired.
For an unexpected twist, try mixing fruit-flavored vodka. Grapefruit, berry and citron flavors make an excellent starting point; or for something even more refreshing try cucumber vodka for an invigorating drink!
Add extra flavor with a squeeze of lime or pinch of sugar syrup for extra spice! Experiment with various mixers until you find one you enjoy most; some drinks work best served over ice while others should be warmed or chilled to add the perfect finishing touch.
Blenders can also be used to craft refreshing drinks that help aid digestion while providing a delicious pick-me-up. Furthermore, this drink may serve as an effective replacement for caffeine-heavy coffee or tea and be an ideal option for those avoiding it altogether.
An infusion allows you to craft a refreshing beverage quickly, by steeping herbs or fruits in spirits to release their flavors. This technique can be used to craft cocktails like mojitos or rum and cokes; just keep in mind that some ingredients infuse faster than others!
It is a healthy drink
There are various healthy beverages that provide various health benefits, such as increased immunity, gut health and glowing skin. They may also reduce diabetes, obesity and heart disease risks while being low-calorie alternatives to sugary sodas or energy drinks – they’re even recommended to those suffering from digestive issues or constipation!
To create the ideal press drink, combine all of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker before straining them into a highball glass. This method ensures the integrity of flavors while preventing ingredients from settling at the bottom of the glass. Garnishes can add further flair – commonly lime wedges or mint sprigs but cucumber slices or lemon zest also work nicely as additions.
Another advantage of these drinks is that they’re made with real ingredients and free from artificial sweeteners and flavorings, plus less acidic than their bottled juice counterparts, making digestion simpler. You can easily prepare these drinks at home; or get one delivered right to your door through a subscription!
At Pressed Drinks we specialize in making traditional drinks like gin and tonic, vodka with cranberry juice and whiskey and ginger ale that can be served either alone or as part of a meal for a delicious drink that’s great for relaxing evenings and casual lunches alike.
Keep in mind that pressed drinks should not replace regular meals; rather, they should be used as an aid in digestion or an energy booster before or after a meal to boost digestive processes and give an instant pick-me-up boost. They’re also an ideal post-workout recovery beverage!
The PRESS Alcohol Seltzer is a delicious alternative to standard alcohol-based drinks. Crafted using all-natural ingredients and without gluten, its four delicious flavors include pomegranate ginger, blackberry hibiscus, grapefruit cardamom and lime lemongrass – find it at your local liquor store or online today.