Fruity, fizzy, and just the right amount of tart—this vibrant cocktail balances bold cherry vodka with sour apple schnapps and cranberry juice for a showstopping sip.
🧾 Ingredients:
- 1.5 oz cherry vodka
- 1 oz sour apple schnapps
- 1 oz cranberry juice
- Splash of lemon-lime soda (optional, for fizz)
- Ice
- Maraschino cherry (for garnish)
- Optional: Pop rocks or sugar for rimming
🍹 Instructions:
- Optional – Rim the Glass:
Lightly moisten the rim of a martini or coupe glass and dip it in sugar or crushed pop rocks for a fun, candy-coated effect. - Shake the Mix:
In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the cherry vodka, sour apple schnapps, and cranberry juice. Shake well until thoroughly chilled. - Strain & Serve:
Strain the mixture into your prepared glass. - Optional – Add Bubbles:
For a light fizz, top with a splash of lemon-lime soda. - Garnish:
Drop a maraschino cherry into the glass or perch it on the rim for a colorful finish.
✨ Serving Tip:
This cocktail is great for themed parties, Valentine’s Day, or any occasion where you want something bold, sweet, and a little playful.