Madras Drink Recipe
Written by Summer calls for this uncomplicated Madras drink recipe! Vodka, cranberry juice, and orange juice combine to create this energizing cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 150
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Vodka
- 3 oz cranberry juice
- 1 oz orange juice
- Ice cubes
- Lime wheel - for garnish, optional
Equipment
- Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Stirrer or Bar Spoon
Instructions
- Prep Your Glass: Start by filling your highball glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in Vodka: Add 1½ oz Vodka over the ice.
- Add Cranberry Juice: Pour in 3 oz cranberry juice.
- Add Orange Juice: Top it off with 1 oz orange juice.
- Mix It Up: Give it a good stir using a bar spoon.
- Garnish: Finish off with a lime wheel for garnish.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Vodka: If you're out of vodka, you can use gin as a substitute. It will give the drink a more botanical flavor, which some might prefer.
- Cranberry Juice: If cranberry juice isn't available, pomegranate juice can be used as an alternative. It has a similar tartness but adds a slightly different flavor profile.
- Orange Juice: If you don't have orange juice, use pineapple juice. It's sweet and tangy and blends well with the other ingredients.
Making a Pitcher of Madras:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of vodka, 24 oz of cranberry juice, and 8 oz of orange juice.
- Mix: Combine the vodka, cranberry, and orange juice in a large pitcher. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into ice-filled highball glasses, garnish with a lime wheel, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Vodka Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic vodka substitute; several brands are available that mimic the taste of vodka without the alcohol.
- Proceed As Usual: Use this non-alcoholic substitute instead of regular vodka, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic version of Madras.
Making it Vegan:
- Check Your Ingredients: Most ingredients in a Madras cocktail are naturally vegan. However, always check the labels to ensure no animal products are used in their production.