Balalaika
Description
Balalaika is a classic vodka-based cocktail, known as the vodka version of the Sidecar. With an alcohol content of around 35%, it's a strong cocktail where lemon's acidity is felt directly. The subtle sweetness of white curacao perfectly balances the overall composition. Like the traditional Russian instrument balalaika from which it takes its name, this cocktail is simple yet possesses deep character.
Origin
Country of Origin: United States （1930年代）
Created in America in the 1930s, this cocktail emerged during the era when vodka gained popularity following the end of Prohibition. The name is taken from the traditional Russian instrument balalaika, and it's said to be named so because the cocktail glass shape resembles this instrument.
Birth Date Meaning
A passionate teacher who continues to learn in their area of expertise
The combination of vodka's strength and lemon's acidity expresses passion for learning and aspiration for improvement
Famous Quotes
- 'Music is the language of the soul, and cocktails are the poetry of the heart' - Russian Poet
Trivia
- Balalaika is named after the traditional Russian triangular stringed instrument
- The sound of the balalaika became globally known through the 1965 film 'Doctor Zhivago'
- Also known as Vodka Sidecar
- The inverted cocktail glass shape resembles the instrument's form
- Born as a vodka version of the Sidecar
Recipe
Ingredients:
- Vodka - 30 ml
- White Curacao - 15 ml
- Lemon Juice - 15 ml
- Ice - 適量 個
Instructions:
- Fill shaker about 80% with ice
- Add vodka, white curacao, and lemon juice
- Hold shaker horizontally and shake firmly
- Stop when the sound of shaking changes
- Strain into cocktail glass while filtering
- Express lemon peel oil over the drink
- Garnish with cherry to complete