Cactus Cooler Cocktail
A bright, citrusy, tropical highball made with orange vodka, peach schnapps, orange and pineapple juices, and a bubbly splash of lemon-lime soda. Easy, fruity, and super refreshing.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Strainer
- Highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 1 oz orange vodka
- 1 oz peach schnapps
- 2 oz orange juice fresh if possible
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- lemon-lime soda splash to top (or citrus energy drink)
- ice cubes for shaking and serving
- orange slice or cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add orange vodka, peach schnapps, orange juice, and pineapple juice.
- Shake for about 10 seconds until cold, then strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with a splash of lemon-lime soda and give a gentle stir.
- Garnish with an orange slice or cherry and serve.
Notes
Keep all ingredients well chilled for the crispest, fizziest sip. Swap orange soda for the lemon-lime soda if you prefer it sweeter, or use plain vodka if orange vodka isn’t available. For extra zing, add a squeeze of fresh lime.