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Vodka Cranberry

A two-ingredient classic that is simple and reliable.

EasyVodkaFruityNo Shaker
Difficulty Easy
Glass Highball or rocks glass
Ice Build over ice
Tools None

Ingredients

  • 1.5–2 oz Vodka Any decent vodka works. This is not a top-shelf situation.
  • 4–5 oz Cranberry juice Add lime if you have it for a better finish.

How to make it

  1. Fill a glass with ice.
  2. Add vodka.
  3. Top with cranberry juice.
  4. Stir gently.
  5. Add lime if available.

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