Toast to National Vodka Day With Creative Vodka Cocktails

A simple combination of vodka, lime juice, and ginger beer has made the moscow mule a classic. There's a cool, spicy contrast with every sip that will have you serving this time and time again.

You will not be disappointed by this fruit concoction more formally known as a redhead in bed. The mix of strawberries and lime juice is refreshing, while the citrus vodka adds a subtle kick. For the final touch, top with chilled Riesling!

Give a classic Tom Collins a floral twist with this lavender cocktail. Each sip is well balanced and refreshing; it's an impressive drink to serve guests at a brunch or wedding shower.

A Bloody Mary with bacon is 100 percent guaranteed to cure your hangover. Switch things up even more by using green tomatoes instead of red for a fun pop of color.

A popular classic for a reason, a cranberry vodka cocktail is refreshing, tart, and sweet. This one takes things up a notch by infusing the vodka with fresh cranberries rather than simply mixing vodka with cranberry juice.

At its best, an espresso martini is nutty, slightly bitter, and offset by a little sweetness. It has an impeccably smooth finish that can easily become addicting. It makes a fun change from the usual Irish coffee.

Put kumquats or any citrus fruit to good use following this kumquat fizz cocktail recipe. Muddling the kumquats will release their juices for a clean sweetness that blends well with ginger syrup.

The best way to use fresh raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries (besides snacking on them) is to muddle them in a fresh berry cocktail. A sprig of rosemary adds an earthy note to this picture-perfect cocktail.

If liquid dessert's your thing, you must try this chocolate white russian cocktail. Coffee liqueur mixed with Godiva Chocolate Vodka will leave you wanting more.