A simple vodka cranberry cocktail perfectly balanced to quench your thirst for a sweet, yet tart beverage. Vodka blended with a simple syrup, cranberry juice and a touch of lime is all you need.
We all have those times when we’re craving a simple drink after a long, hard day. However, the last thing you want to do is fight your way through a crowded bar just to pay for a watered-down, overpriced drink. That’s when whipping up a vodka cranberry cocktail at home is the perfect solution.
You only need a few ingredients to create a crisp, refreshing adult beverage in the comfort of your home. Don’t worry, if you don’t feel like making your own simple syrup for our vodka cranberry cocktail, I have a few tips below to help you out. How about we get started on that drink?
How to Make a Vodka Cranberry Cocktail:
In a sealable container combine the powdered sugar and water. Seal the container and shake vigorously. All done.
First, juice the lime and add it to the cocktail shaker. Next, add the cranberry juice, vodka, and ice.
Then, shake the cocktail shaker vigorously to mix the ingredients. Last, pour the vodka cranberry cocktail into a 6-ounce cocktail glass and serve.
Tips:
- Try a citrus flavored vodka for another layer of flavor.
- Use sugar-free cranberry juice and an artificial sweetener to make a sugar-free cocktail.
- Agave nectar or stevia make great substitutions for the simple syrup.
Looking for a drink with a bit more kick? Try our Maple Old Fashioned.
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A simple vodka cranberry cocktail perfectly balanced to quench your thirst for a sweet, yet tart beverage. Vodka blended with a simple syrup, cranberry juice and a touch of lime is all you need.
- 1 cup of water
- 1/3 cup of powdered sugar
- 3 ounces of cranberry juice
- 1 1/2 ounces of vodka
- 1 1/2 ounces of simple syrup
- 1/2 ounce of lime juice (juice from 1/2 medium lime)
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In a sealable container, combine water and powdered sugar. Whisk or seal container and shake, until sugar has dissolved and set aside.
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First, juice a half of medium lime and set aside.
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Next, in a cocktail shaker combine cranberry juice, vodka, simple syrup and lime juice.
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Then, shake the mixer vigorously for approximately ten seconds.
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Last, pour the drink into a 6-ounce glass and garnish it with a lime wedge or fresh cranberries.
Warm water from your kitchen water spigot is warm enough to dissolve the powdered sugar in the simple syrup. The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients and a serving size of one cocktail. Actual calories may vary.
cranberry and vodke my two favs! -Breyona sharpnack
They are definitely two of the best flavor combinations for drinks! Thanks, Breyona!
Looks like a beautiful beverage!
Thank you, Melissa!
This looks really good! You had me at vodka!
One Awesome Momma
Thank you. I agree, Belle!! Lol!
Looks good, and perfect for the holidays!
xx nicole
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Thank you, Nicole! It’s a fun little drink and I love the tartness of the cranberries.
I love this little twist on a regular vodka cran. Yum!
Thank you, Chelsea! The lime adds just a touch of fresh “zing” to the drink. If you make one, let us know what you think.
This looks so good! I will definitely be trying this recipe soon!
Thank you, Mytha! I hope you enjoy it.
Yum! So festive!
We think it’s perfect for the holidays! Thanks for the comment, Marlynn.
Vodka Cranberry was one of my go-to drinks in college, when I had the same goal you did. This sounds like a much better version!
Thanks lol! It wasn’t until I lived in Miami, FL that I began to appreciate using limes in my drinks.
What a fun recipe – I can’t wait to give these a try.
Thanks, Christine! Hope you enjoy!
Yum! Looks delish! xx, Morgan
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Thanks, Morgan!
This sounds like the perfect holiday cocktail! I’m pinning this to save for our neighborhood Christmas party next weekend. I think our guests will love it! 🙂
Thank you Krista! Let us know what you think of the cocktails once you make them 🙂
Someone said Vodka so we came running! 😉 Love the photos ❤️
Thank you, we’re glad you enjoyed the post. 🙂