This upgraded vodka cranberry made with pear vodka is one of my favorite holiday cocktails. It’s pretty, easy to make for many, and it feels special thanks to the pear vodka. Our recipe below shares how to make one cocktail, but check the notes for my tips for making this in a pitcher to serve a crowd! This is one of many cocktail recipes on Inspired Taste. A few more you might enjoy is this lemon drop martini (I love the lemon sugar), our classic cosmopolitan, and another crowd-friendly cocktail, the mimosa!
Key Ingredients
Pear Vodka: Use good-quality pear vodka (we like Grey Goose La Poire). Feel free to substitute for other flavored or infused vodkas, such as citrus, orange, and peach. Cranberry Juice: The most common option is “cranberry juice cocktail,” which adds some sugar. You can also find unsweetened cranberry juice, which is much more tart. Use what you love, but keep in mind that if you use unsweetened juice, you may need to add a sweetener to the cocktail to balance it out. Triple Sec: This orange-flavored liqueur adds a subtle sweetness and a hint of citrus that complements the tart cranberry. You can make this cocktail without it, but if you have it on hand, try it. Lime: I love squeezing a wedge of lime into the glass and think it brings everything together. Pear Slices and Mint: These are optional, but if you plan to serve this during the holidays, they make the cocktail look extra special.
4 ounces cranberry juice 1/2 ounce triple sec 1 lime wedge Ice Fresh pear slices and fresh mint for garnish 2Add the pear vodka, triple sec, and cranberry juice. 3Squeeze the lime wedge over the drink and drop it in. Garnish with pear slice and fresh mint.
