Vodka Cranberry Recipe

This Vodka cranberry recipe is a classic cocktail with cranberry flavor and a splash of vodka. This time of year is a great time to enjoy a sweeter cocktail! I mean, who doesn’t love a low-carb cocktail that tastes like fresh cranberries? Well, enough of my yapping, let’s get into this holiday cocktail.

What is Vodka Cranberry?

It’s a simple cocktail and festive drink usually made for the holiday season. Created with simple ingredients such as ocean spray cranberry juice and vodka. It’s also known as a Cape Cod drink. This recipe can be enjoyed alongside some sweet honey cornbread or cheesecake. This vodka cranberry has to be the tastiest/ easiest cocktail drink 🍹 out there!

Ingredients You Will Need

You can find all of the ingredients for this cranberry infused vodka at your local grocery stores.

• Bottle of Vodka- To make easy vodka cocktails, you must have a premium bottle like Hangar, Tito’s, or Ciroc vodka. To list a few.

• Cranberry Juice- A vodka cranberry drink wouldn’t be the same without real cranberry juice. This is what complements the drink and makes it hard to resist.

• Lime Wedge- A splash of lime works perfectly in this refreshing cocktail. Avoid using too much lime juice, as it can overpower the drink. A hint of lime goes a long way.

• Pineapple Juice- This is an optional step but recommended if you want a sweet and tangy taste.

How To Make Vodka Cranberry

Fill a glass with ice cubes, leaving some space at the top for the other ingredients.

Pour the vodka over the ice cubes.

Add the cranberry juice to the glass.

Squeeze half a teaspoon of lime juice into the drink for a citrusy flavor (optional).

Stir gently to mix all the ingredients together.

For garnish, you can float a lime wedge on top or rub it against the rim of the glass.

Substitutions/ Variations

• This vodka cranberry drink is very versatile. You can add in some Sprite in order to get that little fizz-bubbling type of drink. Try not to add too many ounces of cranberry juice to this refreshing cocktail.

• Replace the cranberry juice with grapefruit juice and some simple syrup if you love grapefruit.

• Add a few lime slices and agave nectar to the bottom of your drink for an extra tart flavor.

• Another great way to make this fun cocktail is to quickly stir the drink with a cinnamon stick to add a hint of cinnamon. Try this for your next holiday party. This would be perfect for the Christmas time of year.

• Club soda or soda water will work just as well in the place of cranberry juice. The only thing is the sweetness isn’t as intense. A ginger ale would also be a good substitute for cranberry juice since we mentioned soda. All of these options are a great way to help with weight loss. Consider this a low-carb cocktail.

Equipment

You will only need a cocktail shaker to mix all of your ingredients together. This cranberry juice cocktail doesn’t need a lot of ingredients or equipment to recreate, which is always a plus.

Storage

If you happen to have any of this vodka cranberry recipe leftover. You can store the remaining in a

Mason jar and place in the fridge for later.

Questions

How many calories are in a vodka cranberry?

A cranberry infused vodka typically contains around 150-200 calories, depending on the amount of vodka and cranberry juice used. However, it’s important to note that the calorie content can vary based on the specific brands and ingredient ratios.

How to order vodka cranberry?

To order a vodka Ccanberry recipe approach the bartender or server and ask for a vodka cranberry. Specify your preferred vodka brand and any customization you’d like, such as extra cranberry juice or a specific garnish. Thank the bartender or server, and enjoy responsibly.

What is vodka cranberry and orange juice called?

The drink that combines vodka, cranberry juice, and orange juice is commonly known as a “Screwdriver.”

In Conclusion

You will enjoy this vodka cranberry cocktail, also known as Cape Codder. It is not only easy to make but the perfect cranberry vodka cocktail, not to mention the versatility of this classic cocktail.