The cocktail stealing the show at the US Open: What a Honey Deuce costs on court and how to make it at home

The Honey Deuce is the official signature cocktail of the US Open tennis tournament. It’s a popular and refreshing drink that has become as iconic to the event as Pimms is to Wimbledon.

The cocktail is a simple and balanced mix of Grey Goose vodka, fresh lemonade, and a splash of raspberry liqueur (such as Chambord) and this year at the US Open tournament costs roughly $23.

Its signature garnish is a skewer of three frozen honeydew melon balls, which are meant to resemble tennis balls. This clever garnish is a key part of the drink’s name and appeal.

Name: The name “Honey Deuce” is a playful pun, combining “honey” from the honeydew melon garnish with “deuce,” the tennis term for a 40-40 tie.

At the US Open, the drink is served in a highball glass, often a collectible acrylic cup with the tournament’s branding. It’s a highly sought-after souvenir for fans with the drink being a simple cocktail that can be easily recreated at home.

Make your own ‘Honey Deuce’

Making your own Honey Deuce at home is a simple with the official recipe being straightforward and the process doesn’t require any bartending equipment.

Here’s a standard recipe for a single serving, along with some tips for making it your own:

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 ounces of vodka: The official cocktail uses Grey Goose, but any good quality vodka will work.
• 3 ounces of fresh lemonade: Homemade lemonade is best for a more balanced flavor, but a good quality store-bought lemonade will also work.
• 1/2 ounce of raspberry liqueur: Chambord is the brand used in the official version, but any premium raspberry liqueur will give you the signature pink hue and fruity flavor.
• Honeydew melon balls: This is the key garnish. You’ll need about three frozen melon balls per drink.

Instructions

1. Prepare the Garnish: Using a melon baller, scoop out three balls from a honeydew melon. Freeze them for a few hours or at least 30 minutes. This will help them stay firm and cold in the drink. Once frozen, skewer them onto a cocktail pick or toothpick.
2. Fill the Glass: Fill a highball or Collins glass with ice.
3. Build the Drink: Pour the vodka and then the lemonade into the glass.
4. Add the Liqueur: Slowly pour the raspberry liqueur over the top. This will create a nice visual gradient as the liqueur sinks into the drink.
5. Garnish and Serve: Add the skewered honeydew melon balls to the glass. Serve and enjoy!

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