How to Make a Kamikaze

The Kamikaze is a simple yet powerful cocktail made with vodka, triple sec, and lime juice. It offers a clean combination of sharp lime tartness, smooth orange notes from triple sec, and the pure body of vodka.

With an alcohol content of around 22–24%, it’s considered a strong drink often served as a shooter. Believed to have originated in Yokosuka, Japan, in the late 1940s, its name "Kamikaze" reflects the cocktail’s fast and impactful nature.

It’s a perfect choice for those who want a small but memorable burst of flavor and strength.

Ingredients

• 30ml - Vodka
• 15ml - Triple Sec
• 15ml - Lime juice

Recipe

1. Add 30ml vodka, 15ml triple sec, and 15ml lime juice to a shaker.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.
3. Strain into a chilled shot glass or coupe glass.

Using fresh lime juice enhances the brightness of the drink.