Use it for a vodka and tonic with a difference. It’s best to use a traditional tonic rather than one with extra flavourings here. If you want to use a highball glass, simply use a 2:3 ratio of vodka to cranberry juice. Substitutions Serve it as a punch:The Madras is a drink that is perfect for mixing up ahead of time to be served as a party punch. Simply increase the ingredients and stir them in a pitcher and chill until it is time to serve. Add a few slices of orange, and you have a super easy punch that your guests will love. Step Five (optional) – For a crystal clear drink, you can now filter the vodka. This is an optional step. I don’t bother for myself, but if giving as a present I will.

Over the years, I have seen many variations of this classic drink, each with its unique twist. Some bartenders add a splash of lime juice or orange juice to enhance the flavors. If you’re planning to make a lot, I totally see the need for a shortcut! See if your grocery store sells pre-squeezed, fresh lime juice. If you have a fancy one for your regular coffee making, then use that. Be warned, however, that filtering starts fast and then slows down to a slow drip, drip, drip and can take hours. This is best done overnight or after your last mug of coffee of the day!

You've probably ordered one before, but do you really know what's in a vodka cranberry? Learn how to make this iconic cocktail and pick up a few tips here.

Gently attach your lime wedge to the edge of the glass. When you’re ready to enjoy, squeeze the lime into the drink and get sipping! Do you shake a vodka cranberry? Sometimes you can find cranberry juice with other flavors mixed in, like cherry, blueberry or grape. But don’t worry — any of these would be delicious! citrus juicers Sawtooth Mountain Breeze 2 cups Vodka, 2 cups Grapefruit Juice, 2 cups Cranberry Juice, Sugar, Lime Juice

Don’t waste the soaked fruit. There are lots of ways to use this. Add it to your cranberry sauce for Christmas Day (strictly for the grown ups!) or use it to top vanilla ice cream. Add it to microwave chocolate fudge or use it in my fruit tea loaf recipe (skip the soaking in tea stage). Cranberry juice is easy to find in the grocery store. Look in the juice aisle or the refrigerated section. Ocean Spray is a very common brand. With fresh fruit flavors, the Cape Codder is a great drink for summertime and the holiday season alike.

Sonja & Alex

Making this vodka cranberry recipe is so easy! You don’t really even need any bar tools, just a glass and a spoon.