Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz cranberry juice (100% juice or cocktail blend)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries or lime wedge (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
Step 1: Fill Your Shaker
Add a handful of ice to a cocktail shaker.
Step 2: Combine Ingredients
Pour in the vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Step 3: Shake Well
Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the shaker feels frosty.
Step 4: Strain and Serve
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
Step 5: Garnish
Top with cranberries or a lime wedge for a festive finish.
Notes
- Shake the drink with plenty of ice to ensure it’s properly chilled and slightly diluted for balance.
- Use a cocktail strainer to prevent any pulp or ice chips from entering the glass.
- If using sweetened cranberry juice, reduce or skip the simple syrup to avoid excess sweetness.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g