Screwdriver (cocktail)
Screwdriver (cocktail)
The Screwdriver is a popular alcoholic beverage or cocktail made with vodka and orange juice. The name "Screwdriver" is believed to have originated from the practice of using a screwdriver to stir the drink.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The exact origin of the name "Screwdriver" is unclear. One theory suggests that the drink was named after the tool because American oil workers in the Persian Gulf discreetly added vodka to their orange juice while on the job, stirring the mixture with their screwdrivers. Another theory proposes that the name was coined by American aviators during World War II, who used screwdrivers to mix the drink.
Ingredients[edit | edit source]
A standard Screwdriver is made with two ingredients:
- 1 part vodka
- 2 parts orange juice
The drink is typically served in a highball glass over ice.
Variations[edit | edit source]
There are several variations of the Screwdriver, including:
- Harvey Wallbanger: A Screwdriver with a float of Galliano.
- Slow Screw: A Screwdriver made with sloe gin instead of vodka.
- Fuzzy Navel: A Screwdriver made with peach schnapps instead of vodka.
In popular culture[edit | edit source]
The Screwdriver has been referenced in various forms of media, including films, television shows, and books. It is often associated with the morning after a night of heavy drinking, due to its orange juice content.
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