Refreshing Vodka Cranberry Cocktail
A quick and easy vodka cranberry cocktail that balances tart cranberry juice with crisp vodka, perfect for any occasion and crowd-pleasing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka
- 4 ounces (120 ml) cranberry juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
- ½ ounce (15 ml) fresh lime juice
- ½ ounce (15 ml) simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedges or fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your shaker or glass with ice about ¾ full.
- Measure and pour 2 ounces (60 ml) vodka over the ice.
- Add 4 ounces (120 ml) cranberry juice.
- Add ½ ounce (15 ml) fresh lime juice.
- Add ½ ounce (15 ml) simple syrup if desired.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds or stir well if using a glass.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or a few fresh cranberries.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Use big solid ice cubes to avoid quick dilution. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup to taste. Can substitute flavored vodka or add soda water for fizz. Store mixed cocktail in fridge up to 24 hours, add fresh ice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 8
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 14
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