December is the month for cocktails that can lighten the mood—whether you're heading to Bonvivant's CTC, Repete Bar, or the high floors of Levels bar. Three original drinks, each completely different but all unforgettable, will make any evening a little celebration. And the Smirnoff in them serves as the perfect, flavorful base.
Smirnoff is now synonymous with vodka, having made history as one of the most iconic and award-winning brands of its kind. Its roots date back to 19th-century Moscow, when Pyotr Arsenyevich Smirnov founded a distillery with the aim of creating the purest and finest spirit of its time. After a series of political and social upheavals, the brand gradually spread around the world and today is one of the best-selling vodkas on the global market. It is available in more than 130 countries and continuously wins awards at international competitions.
Although Smirnoff has its origins in Russia, its current owner and distributor is the British company Diageo, which is further developing the brand and taking it beyond its original Russian soil. Production takes place in modern facilities across several continents, but the core recipe and philosophy remain true to the tradition of quality and purity. What makes Smirnoff Vodka—especially its No. 21 Premium Vodka variant—so special is a production process that combines triple distillation and ten-fold filtration through charcoal. This process removes impurities and leaves an exceptionally smooth, pure spirit, ideal for straight sipping and as a versatile base for cocktails.
Three Bars and Three Cocktails
This mixability is one of the key reasons why Smirnoff is so popular with bartenders and lovers of home-mixed drinks. Its neutral flavor allows room for creativity—from simple combinations with tonic, lime, or fruit juices to more sophisticated cocktails that will brighten up December celebrations, get-togethers with friends, and spontaneous parties anytime in the weeks ahead. Its smooth profile makes it a great match with a variety of ingredients, from citrus to herbs to the subtle pearl of prosecco.
In the selection of cocktails that can be enjoyed in a premium bar or prepared at home, there is no shortage of original recipes that underline the versatility of Smirnoff vodka. At Levels bar, right in the middle of Prague, a drink is created that combines 20 ml of Smirnoff Red with a sweet and sour mix, a protein-pepper cordial, and club soda, served with lime espuma for a fresh and slightly spicy experience.
At Bonvivant's CTC in Vinohrady, enjoy the "Spearmint Celebration" cocktail, where 40 ml of Smirnoff Red is complemented by house-made mint syrup, lime juice, egg white, and prosecco for a sparkling finish. And at Repete Bar, they serve the eye-catching "Lechee Lee" cocktail—an elegant combination of Smirnoff Red, lychee liqueur, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and cranberry juice that delivers an exotic, fruity balance.
These drinks are just a small taste of what can be created with this vodka—and prove that its flexibility is key for any social moment, from a casual evening to a big party. Smirnoff is thus not only a brand with a long history but also an inspiration for those who want to combine tradition with a modern take on cocktail culture and share a great time with friends over original and tasty drinks.
Three bars, three cocktails, and endless opportunities to enjoy them. December is just the beginning—with these recipes in hand, you'll have the blueprint for evenings that smell of citrus, herbs, and prosecco bubbles. Whatever you're celebrating, Smirnoff will ensure every toast tastes just right.
