Find your boozy alter ego
If your sign was poured into a shaker and served over ice, what delicious, intoxicating drink would you be? In honor of National Vodka Day, find out which distilled drink is basically your sign in a glass.
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Aries
Sex on the Beach
This cocktail, which mixes equal parts vodka, cranberry and orange juice with a bit of peach Schnapps is—like Aries—beautiful, fun, a little sweet and deceptively strong. Whether on an actual beach enjoying the sunset or out at a bar with friends, this beverage will inspire those who imbibe with a desire to get frisky, which is Aries even when they're not drinking.
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Taurus
White Russian
This luscious dessert drink is a blend of vodka, coffee liqueur and fresh cream. It's decadent and sweet, just like Taurus. Known for their love of opulence, the bull sign is a natural match for a rich, creamy drink that will knock you down if you enjoy too much at once.
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Gemini
Cosmopolitan
This citrusy cocktail is a smooth blend of Cointreau, vodka citron, lime juice and cranberry, and comes straight from one of the most cosmopolitan places in the world: Manhattan. Gemini, considered more sophisticated than all the rest of the star signs, is as charming, delicious and fun as this classy cocktail.
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Cancer
Harvey Wallbanger
This simple looking drink has a unique, herbal twist. Like Cancer, who conceals their inner emotions, this cocktail blended with fresh orange juice, vodka and anise-flavored Galliano, may look average but packs a punch of flavor and strength. Just as the crab sign can surprise you with their deep intellect and love, the Harvey Wallbanger will leave drinkers wondering just what it was that made the drink so appealing.
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Leo
Long Island Iced Tea
Just like the lion sign, Long Island Iced Tea is a beverage you do not want to mess around with. A blend of vodka, gin, tequila, rum and triple sec (plus sugar, cola and lemon juice), this drink has a whole lot going on inside the cup. If you're not careful, both the cocktail and Leo will knock you out cold and leave you wondering what happened.
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Virgo
Screwdriver
An old classic, a screwdriver is a tangy mix of fresh orange juice and vodka, and is considered the first vodka-based cocktail ever invented. Much like Virgo clings to simplicity and tradition, this cocktail is one that has been enjoyed for generations. Named for the tool used to turn screws, this drink is a lot like Virgo in that they are always turning things over in their minds to figure out how to make situations better.
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Libra
Kamikaze
Equal parts triple sec, vodka and lime juice, this cocktail's name is reminiscent of strength and bravery, much like Libra. The most level-headed of all star signs, Libra is deliberate in their need for balance and order, and revered for their passion and ability to lead. Their twin cocktail is known as strong and yet easy-to-drink, which is the perfect summation of Libra, too.
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Scorpio
Appletini
This crisp cocktail is a blend of apple schnapps, vodka and Cointreau. It's clean and sweet. While attitude-heavy Scorpio may not seem a natural match for such a dainty drink, the true inner soul of this star sign is one who is loyal, family-oriented and clings to tradition. Nothing could be more emblematic of this than an apple-flavored beverage with an alcoholic kick.
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Sagittarius
Moscow Mule
Spicy ginger beer is blended with vodka and lime juice to create this cocktail named for the copper mug in which it's served. It's considered a classic, but has the heat of ginger to propel it to another level. Likewise, Sagittarius may appear normal, but inside they hide a world of adventure and curiosity waiting to be unleashed.
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Capricorn
Bloody Mary
This spicy concoction of vodka, tomato juice, condiments and spices is hearty and potent, just like hard-working Capricorn. Served with a variety of vegetables and tasty treats skewered right into the cup, this drink does double duty as both a snack (or meal) and cocktail. While the goat sign isn't the spiciest in the zodiac, they need a cocktail with a kick that satisfies their always on-the-go lifestyle.
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Aquarius
Lemon Drop
Both sweet and sour, this cocktail infuses citrusy lemon, vodka, triple sec and a bit of sugar. It's reminiscent of the candy by the same name, and invokes childhood and innocence, which is right up Aquarius' alley. This star sign is known for their childlike spirit and playful attitude, making this fun cocktail a perfect match.
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Pisces
Blue Lagoon
A blend of blue curaçao, vodka and lemon juice creates this stunning ocean-colored cocktail that invokes daydreams by the sea. Sensitive, emotional Pisces is drawn to water and beauty, which this drink perfectly captures. However, this sign needs to be careful to not drink like their fish symbol, otherwise they'll be the sloppy, crying drunk with a blue-colored tongue, and there's nothing pretty about that.
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