Why you’ll love the honey deuce:
Let’s talk about the cocktail of tennis season — the Honey Deuce. It’s fruity, classy, and a great excuse to watch the U.S. Open with a drink in hand (even if you don’t really understand the scoring — no judgment here).
Made with vodka, lemonade, and a splash of raspberry liqueur, this cocktail is crisp, just sweet enough, and dangerously easy to sip. Not to mention, those iconic melon balls are the perfect garnish for a tennis cocktail.
I honestly can’t think of a better drink to sip on while watching tennis champions show off their skills on a warm summer day. Plus, this cocktail is super easy to batch if you’re entertaining!
Ingredients + swaps:
- Vodka – This cocktail is traditionally made with Grey Goose, but you can use your favorite vodka. The
- Raspberry liqueur – Chambord is my go-to for raspberry liqueur, but there are plenty available to choose from. I wouldn’t recommend anything super sweet unless that’s your thing.
- Lemonade – Fresh squeezed or homemade lemonade is going to be your best option, but if don’t have time for that, be sure to pick up a quality lemonade made with real lemon juice.
Making changes to a recipe can result in recipe failure. Any substitutions listed below are simple changes that I believe will work in this recipe, but results are not guaranteed.
Mel’s cocktail tips + tricks
- Fresh squeezed is always best. I recommend juicing your citrus when you’re making your cocktail, but if you need to prep, do it as close to when you’re serving as possible.
- Always chill your cocktail glasses. If you have room in your fridge or freezer, pop them in ahead of time. If not, chill them with ice while you make your drinks!
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Honey Deuce cocktail cost at the US Open?
As of 2025, a honey deuce cocktail will run you $23 at the US Open.
What raspberry liqueur is used in Honey Deuce?
Chambord, a French raspberry liqueur, is traditionally used in a Honey Deuce cocktail.
Can I batch this cocktail?
Yes. This one is super easy to batch because it’s stirred and served over ice rather than shaken. See recipe notes below for a batched version.
More vodka cocktails to try:
Honey Deuce Cocktail
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 ounces vodka
- 1/2 ounce raspberry liqueur
- 3 ounces lemonade
Instructions
- Prep the honeydew. Use a melon baller to scoop honeydew balls. Set aside.
- Mix your cocktail. Fill a cocktail glass with ice. Add vodka, raspberry liqueur and lemonade and stir with a bar spoon until cold.
- Garnish & serve. Skewer 2–3 frozen honeydew melon balls on a cocktail pick and rest it on top of the glass.
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