Red Light Cocktail

Elevate your cocktail game with the vibrant and refreshing Red Light Cocktail, a striking blend of vodka, cranberry juice, and zesty orange liqueur that promises to dazzle your taste buds. Balanced with the tang of fresh lime juice and a hint of sweetness from simple syrup, this cocktail is shaken to perfection and served either neat in a martini glass or over ice for a more relaxed vibe. Garnished with a lime twist and fresh cranberries, this eye-catching drink is perfect for festive gatherings, romantic evenings, or any moment that calls for a splash of bold color and flavor. With just 5 minutes of prep time, it’s a quick and sophisticated way to impress your guests. Treat yourself and others to this elegant combination of sweet, tart, and citrusy notes, and turn any occasion into an unforgettable celebration.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

2 oz vodka
3 oz cranberry juice
1 oz orange liqueur (e.g., Cointreau or triple sec)
0.5 oz fresh lime juice
0.25 oz simple syrup
1 cup ice cubes
1 piece lime wheel or twist (optional garnish)
3 pieces fresh cranberries (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Fill a cocktail shaker with the ice cubes.

Step 2

Pour the vodka, cranberry juice, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.

Step 3

Securely close the shaker and vigorously shake for 15-20 seconds to chill the mixture thoroughly.

Step 4

Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass or a rocks glass filled with fresh ice, depending on your preference.

Step 5

Garnish with a lime wheel or twist, and fresh cranberries, if desired.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	439.7 grams (439.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	272

Total Fat 0.30g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.00g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 21.70g	8%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 17.00g
Protein 0.10g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 11mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Potassium 82mg	2%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.0%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 96.6%