Dirty Shirley Drink
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Dirty Shirley Drink
Description
The Dirty Shirley Drink is made by layering 2 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of grenadine syrup, and 4 ounces of lemon-lime soda over ice. The grenadine provides a deep red color and a pomegranate-flavored sweetness, balancing the crisp, citrus nature of the soda. Vodka introduces an alcoholic base without overpowering the familiar flavors. Garnishing with maraschino cherries enhances the presentation and adds a hint of cherry flavor.
The simplicity of preparation suits casual gatherings or a quick cocktail, requiring no advanced technique or special equipment. Variations include substituting cherry-flavored vodka or swapping ginger ale for the lemon-lime soda for a slightly different taste.
This drink is best served immediately over ice to maintain fizz and chilled freshness. It makes a single cocktail, but can be scaled up into a punch for groups. The notes suggest options for sweeter or diet soda versions and remind that classic Shirley Temple omits the vodka.
Ingredients
- ice
- 2 ounces vodka (see note 1)
- 1 ounce grenadine (see note 2)
- 4 ounces lemon-lime soda (see note 3)
- maraschino cherries for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice, then add 2 ounces (1/4 cup) vodka and 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) grenadine. Top with soda, then garnish with a maraschino cherry.
Notes
- Choose plain or cherry-flavored vodka according to preference; grenadine is pomegranate-based despite common associations with cherries.
- Lemon-lime soda like Sprite or 7UP works well, but ginger ale can be used as a substitute with a splash of orange juice.
- This cocktail yields one serving; for a party, prepare a batch punch by mixing larger quantities.
- Diet lemon-lime soda can be used for a lower-calorie version.
- Maraschino cherry juice is a different ingredient but can be used as a flavor addition for a pink hue.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1cocktail
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 20mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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