Flamingo Cocktail (Cranberry Pineapple Lemon)

Name: Flamingo Cocktail Recipe (Cranberry Pineapple Lemon)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 oz Cranberry Juice; 2 oz Pineapple Juice; 1/2 oz Lemon Juice; 2 oz Club Soda

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This Cranberry Pineapple Lemon Cocktail is a refreshing fruit-forward mixed drink that balances tart cranberry and lemon with sweet pineapple, brightened by club soda. It's naturally colorful and requires no spirits or special equipment.

🏷️Equipment: highball glass

Total

5 min

Servings

4

Recipe Source

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From Mr. Boston Drinks · by Mr. Boston Official Bartender's and Party Guide

Ingredients

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4 oz Cranberry Juice
2 oz Pineapple Juice
1/2 oz Lemon Juice
2 oz Club Soda

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Instructions

1
Shake juices with ice and strain into highball glass.
2
Top with club soda and stir.
3
Garnish with lime wedge.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Use fresh lemon juice rather than bottled concentrate for a cleaner, brighter finish.
Chill all ingredients before mixing to avoid diluting the drink with excess ice melt.
Add club soda last and stir gently to preserve carbonation.
Taste before serving and adjust lemon juice upward if you prefer more tartness.

Substitutions

Club soda → sparkling water (same effect), ginger ale (adds spice), or omit for still drink
Cranberry juice → pomegranate juice (deeper color, similar tartness)
Pineapple juice → orange juice (milder sweetness, less tropical)

Storage & make-ahead

Prepare juice mixture up to 4 hours ahead in the refrigerator. Add club soda immediately before serving to maintain fizz.

Equipment

cocktail shaker or mixing glass · measuring jigger or shot glass

Common Questions

Can I make this cocktail without club soda?

Yes. Substitute with sparkling water, ginger ale, or skip carbonation entirely for a still juice drink. The flavor profile remains the same.

How far in advance can I mix this drink?

Mix the juices up to 4 hours ahead and chill. Add club soda just before serving to maintain carbonation.

Can I scale this recipe for a party?

Yes. Keep the ratio consistent: 4 parts cranberry, 2 parts pineapple, 0.5 parts lemon, 2 parts club soda. Mix in larger batches and serve over ice.

Is this drink alcohol-free?

Yes, as written it contains no alcohol. You can add vodka, rum, or brandy (1.5–2 oz per serving) if desired.

What type of lemon juice works best?

Fresh-squeezed lemon juice is preferred for bright flavor. Avoid bottled concentrate, which tastes artificial; store-bought bottled fresh juice is acceptable.