Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 oz Vodka
- 4 oz Fresh lemon juice
- 2 oz Simple syrup (or sugar)
- 2 oz Fresh lime juice
- 2 oz Fresh cranberry juice
- 1 oz Coffee liqueur (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Orange slice, cherry, or lime wedge for garnish (optional)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes (if you count shaking the cocktail as “cooking”)
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Combine vodka, lemon juice, simple syrup, lime juice, and cranberry juice in a cocktail shaker. Add ice cubes.
- Shake well for about 30 seconds to chill and mix the ingredients.
- Strain into 8 chilled cocktail glasses.
- Garnish each cocktail with an orange slice, cherry, or lime wedge (optional).
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on the given ingredients and assuming no additional oil or sweeteners are added during preparation)
- Calories: Each cocktail contains approximately 250 calories.
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 0g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of vodka, citrus fruits, and cranberry juice creates a refreshing and creative cocktail.
- The addition of coffee liqueur gives it a unique spin on a traditional vodka cocktail.
- Easy to make with ingredients easily available in supermarkets in the United States.
User Comments:
- "This cocktail is refreshing and has a unique flavor profile. The cranberry juice adds a nice tang to the citrus flavors."
- "I love the addition of coffee liqueur in this cocktail, it gives it a unique and interesting flavor."
- "This is a great summer cocktail. Very easy to make and tastes great."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Always shake cocktails well to ensure all ingredients are mixed properly.
- Use fresh fruits for the best flavor. If fresh fruits are not available, use high-quality juice from the supermarket.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup or sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
