The Madras Vodka Cranberry Cocktail blends vodka with tart cranberry juice and fresh orange juice for a bright, citrusy drink that's quick to prepare and universally appealing.
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Pour into highball glass over ice.
Garnish with a wedge of lime.
This cocktail is best served fresh. If batch-prepped, store unmixed juices and vodka in the refrigerator separately for up to 5 days; combine and serve over ice on demand.
Mix individual drinks to order for best flavor and fizz retention. Pre-batch the vodka and juices separately, then combine when serving.
Any smooth, neutral vodka works well. Premium brands provide a cleaner taste, but mid-range vodka is perfectly suitable for this juice-forward cocktail.
Bottled unsweetened or cocktail-style cranberry juice is standard. Fresh cranberry juice can be used but tends to be more tart; adjust sweetness as needed.
Use cranberry juice blend (slightly sweetened) instead of pure juice, or add 0.5 oz simple syrup. Taste before serving and adjust proportions to preference.
Yes. Multiply all ingredients by the number of servings needed and pre-mix in a pitcher. Stir well before pouring over ice into individual glasses.
