The Grinch Cocktail
Inspired by the holiday classic, this bright green cocktail is as fun and festive as it is delicious. With a mix of fruity flavors, a touch of sweetness, and a cheerful green hue, The Grinch Cocktail is the perfect drink to spread holiday cheer at your next Christmas party. Garnished with a “stolen” cherry heart, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Cocktail, Beverage
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 oz Midori (melon liqueur)
- 1 oz vodka (or white rum for a twist)
- 2 oz lemonade or pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 tsp simple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: Maraschino cherry and lime wedge
Instructions
- Prepare Your Glass:
- Fill a rocks or martini glass with ice to chill while you mix the drink.
- Mix the Cocktail:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine Midori, vodka, lemonade or pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using).
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Serve:
- Discard the ice from the chilled glass.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish:
- Add a maraschino cherry to symbolize the Grinch’s growing heart.
- Optionally, garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute Midori with green apple syrup and vodka with sparkling water.
- Adjust the sweetness by increasing or decreasing the simple syrup.
- Add a sugared rim for an extra festive touch by dipping the rim of your glass in lime juice and green sugar before serving.
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