Description
A refreshing and bubbly cocktail combining vodka, cranberry juice, fresh lime juice, and club soda, garnished with lime wedges and fresh cranberries for a festive touch. Perfect for a light, fizzy drink on warm days or celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 2 ounces vodka
- 1 ounce cranberry juice
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 4 ounces club soda
Garnishes
- Lime wedges, for garnish
- Fresh cranberries, for garnish
Other
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Prepare the glass: Begin by chilling your highball or tall glass by filling it with ice cubes. This ensures the glass is cold and keeps the cocktail refreshing once served.
- Mix base ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, combine the vodka, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice. Using a jigger or measuring tool ensures proper balance of flavors.
- Add ice to shaker: Fill the shaker with ice to chill and slightly dilute the mixture for a smoother taste.
- Shake the cocktail: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds. This mixes the ingredients thoroughly and introduces a frothy texture.
- Strain into glass: Remove the ice from the chilled glass and strain the cocktail mixture into it, leaving space at the top for the soda.
- Add club soda: Slowly pour the club soda over the cocktail and gently stir with a bar spoon to combine while preserving the fizz.
- Garnish: Decorate with a lime wedge on the rim and float a few fresh cranberries on top for an appealing presentation.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp and refreshing fizzy cocktail.
Notes
- For a sweeter twist, use cranberry juice cocktail instead of pure cranberry juice.
- Adjust the vodka amount to taste if you prefer a stronger or lighter drink.
- Fresh lime juice is preferable for best flavor, but bottled lime juice can be a substitute.
- Use chilled club soda to keep the drink cold and fizzy longer.
- This drink is best enjoyed immediately to retain the soda’s carbonation.
