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Classic Vodka Cranberry Cocktail

Classic Vodka Cranberry Cocktail Recipe
A simple, refreshing cocktail combining smooth vodka, cranberry juice, and fresh lime for the perfect sweet-tart balance.
John
Prep Time 3 minutes
Total Time 3 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Highball glass
  • Jigger
  • Mixing spoon
  • Ice cubes
  • Citrus squeezer
  • Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

  • 1.5 oz vodka plain or citrus vodka
  • 4 oz cranberry juice cocktail diet optional
  • 0.5 oz fresh lime juice bottled optional
  • ice cubes
  • lime wedge for garnish
  • club soda or sparkling water optional
  • simple syrup optional
  • fresh cranberries or orange wheel optional garnish

Instructions

  • Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  • Pour in vodka.
  • Add cranberry juice cocktail.
  • Squeeze in fresh lime juice.
  • Stir gently to mix.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge.
  • Optional: add club soda, sparkling water, or orange juice for variation.
  • Optional: add simple syrup for extra sweetness.
  • Optional: garnish with fresh cranberries or orange wheel.

Notes

Use cranberry juice cocktail for balanced sweetness or diet juice for less sugar. Fresh lime juice brightens the drink. Add club soda for fizz or switch to citrus vodka for variety. Garnishes make it look extra inviting. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup as needed.