Cranberry Ginger Vodka Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing cocktail mixes the tartness of cranberry with spicy ginger and smooth vodka to create a balanced drink perfect for any season.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Ice
- Highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Fresh lime wedge for garnish
- Ice cubes
Optional: 1/4 inch fresh ginger slice
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add vodka, cranberry juice, and lime juice to the shaker.
- If using fresh ginger, muddle it gently in the shaker.
- Shake the mixture for 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
- Fill a highball glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the mixture into the glass.
- Top with ginger beer and stir gently with a bar spoon.
Notes
The drink can be made sweeter by using cranberry juice cocktail instead of pure cranberry juice.
Fresh ginger adds extra spice, but it's optional. The ginger beer provides enough kick on its own.
Store-bought cranberry juice works well, but fresh-pressed juice creates a more intense flavor.
This recipe serves one person. Double or triple the ingredients to make multiple servings.
Keep the ginger beer cold before mixing to maintain maximum fizz in the cocktail.