Question

Why do some establishments use soda in a vodka sour recipe instead of lemon or lime juice?

Answer 1

Bad bartender. I was at one a few weeks ago and he did not know what B&B was.

Answer 2

it is not always soda as you think it is. it might just be the club soda, the carbonation in coca cola and what not. Ever gone some place to get a drink from the fountain dispencer and get mostly or only the "carbonated water" and little to no syrup. That stuff is terribly sour. I can see why they'd use it

Answer 3

That is weird...ive never seen anyone make a vodka sour with just vodka and sprite. I use to bartend and none of the girls i worked with ever made one like that.

Answer 4

Soda is cheaper

Answer 5

I'm sure it is an attempt to cut costs for the bar. They are being cheap.