Sex on the Beach

The recipe for a Sex on the Beach. A world-famous and fruity cocktail made from vodka, peach schnapps, orange, and cranberry juice.

A red and orange Sex on the Beach in a tall glass with an orange slice.
Strengthlight
GlassHighball glass
BaseVodka
GarnishOrange slice and cocktail cherry

Description

The Sex on the Beach is one of the most famous cocktails in the world, renowned for its provocative name and irresistibly fruity taste. It emerged during the vodka boom of the 1980s and is a symbol of fun and carefree parties. The mix of vodka, the intense sweetness of peach schnapps, fruity orange juice, and tart cranberry juice, which creates a beautiful gradient, is extremely quaffable and popular.

Preparation

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour vodka, peach schnapps, and orange juice into the glass.
  3. Stir gently.
  4. Slowly add the cranberry juice over the back of a spoon so that it settles at the bottom, creating a color gradient.
  5. Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.

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