Courage Cooler Cocktail Recipe
The Courage Cooler combines vodka, cranberry juice, and fresh lime for a refreshing drink. The cocktail takes just 5 minutes to prepare and serves one person.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Collins glass
- Ice
- Citrus juicer
- Strainer
- Bar spoon
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 3 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel for garnish
- Fresh mint sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour vodka, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well chilled.
- Fill a Collins glass with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the mixture into the glass.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with a lime wheel and mint sprig.
Notes
The recipe works best with fresh lime juice rather than bottled versions.
Store any leftover simple syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
For a stronger drink, add an extra 1/2 oz of vodka.
Make it less sweet by reducing the simple syrup to 1/4 oz.
A high-quality vodka will produce the best results.