Cape Codder Cocktail (Vodka Cranberry)

A Cape Codder Cocktail (or Cape Cod for short) is a classic vodka cranberry cocktail. It simply contains vodka, lime juice and cranberry juice.

Close-up of Cape Codder (Vodka Cranberry) with a lime wedge.

The name comes from Cape Cod in Massachusetts, which is a well-known area for growing cranberries. There in 1945, the drink was conceived by a cranberry grower’s cooperative under the name ‘Red Devil’.

Ingredients

Here’s what you need. Find the full recipe in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.

  • Vodka – 1.5oz/ 45ml: Unflavored vodka.
  • Cranberry Juice – 2.5oz/ 75ml: This tart juice adds vibrant color and tangy flavor.
  • Lime Juice – 0.5oz/ 15ml: Use fresh rather than bottled if possible.
  • Ice: To chill the cocktail in cocktail shaker.
  • Lime wedge: For garnish.

Method

  1. Start by filling a on old-fashioned glass with ice.
Cranberry juice being poured into a galss to make a Cape Codder (Vodka Cranberry).
  1. Add vodka, lime juice and cranberry juice.
Close-up of Cape Codder (Vodka Cranberry) with a lime wedge.
  1. Stir the cocktail well.
  1. Add a wedge of lime.
Top-down view of Cape Codder (Vodka Cranberry) with a lime wedge.

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Cape Codder Cocktail (Vodka Cranberry)

Close-up of Cape Codder (Vodka Cranberry) with a lime wedge.

A Cape Codder Cocktail (or Cape Cod for short), is also known as a classic vodka cranberry cocktail.

Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1.5oz/ 45ml Vodka
  • 2.5oz/ 75ml Cranberry Juice
  • 0.5oz/ 15ml Lime Juice
  • Ice
  • Lime wedge

Instructions

  1. Fill an old-fashioned glass with ice.
  2. Add vodka, lime juice and cranberry juice.
  3. Stir the cocktail well.
  4. Add a wedge of lime.

Nutrition Information:

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Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 154Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 8mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 2gSugar: 9gProtein: 1g

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