When most people think of golf drinks, they think of light beers. Maybe a flask of whiskey, if one needs fortification from the weather or the water hazards. But from the tee box to the post-round 19th hole, golf provides many opportunities to enjoy a good cocktail. And, over the years, the preferred cocktail at golf clubs around the country has become the Transfusion, a refreshing drink made with vodka, ginger ale and grape juice. The cocktail's origin is unknown, but it's served on both coasts and even at Augusta National. Supposedly, Dwight D. Eisenhower was a fan, consuming Transfusions at his preferred country club in Palm Desert, California, after his presidency. And hey, if it's good enough to lubricate the general's golf swing, it's probably good enough for anyone. The Transfusion is light and quaffable. The vodka provides the booze, while the ginger ale adds a friendly bite, lengthening the drink with effervescence. The grape juice lends sweetness, a hint of fruit and some much-needed electrolytes. The cocktail is easy to make, easy to drink and can be ordered after your round or batched in a thermos and stowed in your golf cart. This twist by New York bartender Bryan Schneider skips the ginger ale and calls for club soda and homemade ginger syrup. It also employs ice cubes made from Concord grape juice that slowly infuse the drink with autumnal flavor as they melt. So, this version might not be easy to obtain at your local golf course, but you don't need golf to enjoy a good Transfusion. To make this drink, Schneider fills an ice cube tray with Concord grape juice and places it in the freezer until the cubes are frozen solid. Do that ahead, so the ice is ready to go once you shake together the remaining ingredients. Enlist this cocktail in the morning if you need a transfusion of curative liquids to restore your faculties after a long night. Or make a batch before your next golf experience, whether you're playing 18 holes or just watching a tournament on TV. 11 Vodka Cocktails to Try Right Now