Description
Mischievous holiday spirits come alive with this Grinch cocktail, blending festive green hues and playful flavors that dance across your palate. Seasonal cheer meets whimsical charm, tempting guests to embrace Christmas magic in one delightful sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Alcohol:
- 1.5 ounces (44 milliliters) Midori (melon liqueur)
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) vodka (or white rum for a twist)
Juices and Mixers:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) lemonade or pineapple juice
- 0.5 ounces (15 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon simple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)
Garnish and Ice:
- Ice cubes
- Maraschino cherry
- Lime wedge
Instructions
- Chill the glassware by filling a rocks or martini glass with ice, allowing it to cool while preparing the cocktail.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with fresh ice, then pour in Midori, vodka, lemonade, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Seal the shaker and aggressively shake the mixture for 10-15 seconds to thoroughly blend and chill the ingredients.
- Empty the initial ice from the prepared glass and add fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the vibrant green cocktail smoothly into the chilled glass, ensuring a clean pour.
- Enhance the presentation by carefully placing a bright red maraschino cherry in the drink, symbolizing the Grinch’s transformative heart.
- Optionally, balance the cocktail’s visual appeal by perching a zesty lime wedge on the glass rim, adding a final touch of festive flair.
Notes
- Chill your glass thoroughly to keep the cocktail frosty and refreshing, preventing quick temperature dilution.
- Experiment with different fruit juices like white cranberry or green apple to add unique flavor complexity while maintaining the vibrant green color.
- Use high-quality vodka for a smoother cocktail texture, which elevates the overall drinking experience and reduces harsh alcohol burn.
- Create a non-alcoholic version by substituting Midori with green apple syrup and vodka with sparkling water, perfect for inclusive holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Cocktails
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg