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Madras Drink

Published: Mar 14, 2022 · Modified: Jan 28, 2024 by Ali

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This easy Madras drink is a simple vodka cranberry orange juice cocktail with only 4 ingredients. Light & refreshing and easy to make in just a couple minutes.

A red madres cocktail on two white marble coasters, with red and yellow flowers scattered around it.

For other easy vodka cocktails similar to this one, try this grapefruit crush, vodka sunrise, cranberry mule, or this strawberry martini.

For other cocktails that are perfect for summer, try this limoncello tonic, these blueberry mojitos or this raspberry gin fizz.

Up close view of a reddish-pink madras cocktail, garnished with an orange peel twist.

Why You’ll Love This Madras Cocktail:

  • Only 4 ingredients. You just need cranberry juice, orange juice, vodka and a spritz of lime.
  • No cocktail shaker needed. Just add the ingredients to a glass with ice and stir.
  • Fruity & Festive. The combination of cranberry and orange makes a fruity cocktail that is perfect for the holidays.

Ingredients

Overhead view of the ingredients needed to make this madras drink.
  • Orange Juice: If you have the time, use freshly squeezed orange juice. It will make a huge difference in taste.

Instructions

  1. Add the cranberry juice, orange juice and vodka to a glass filled with ice. Spritz the lime wedge on top.
  2. Stir to combine. Serve immediately
A red madres cocktail on two white marble coasters, with red and yellow flowers scattered around it.

FAQ

What type of glass should it be served in?

Typically a Madras drink is served in a highball glass such as a Collins glass.

What is the origin of the Madras drink?

The Madras cocktail is supposedly named after Madras plaid fabric, originating from India, because of the similar red, orange and green mix of colors.

A madras drink in a tall collins glass, garnished with an orange twist, on a couple of marble coasters.

Expert Tips

  • Add a garnish. Make this simple cocktail more presentable by adding a garnish. Some ideas include a slice of lime, an orange wedge or a lime twist.
  • Make it a mocktail. To make an alcohol free version, leave out the vodka. For a bit of fizz, you can also add in some club soda.

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A red madras drink in a tall glass, garnished with an orange peel twist.

Madras Drink


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  • Author: Ali
  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

This easy Madras drink is a simple vodka cranberry orange juice cocktail that is light, refreshing and easy to make.


Ingredients

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  • 3 oz cranberry juice
  • 1 oz orange juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 oz vodka
  • Slice of lime

Instructions

  1. Add the cranberry juice, orange juice and vodka to a Collins glass filled with ice.
  2. Spritz the wedge of lime on top.
  3. Stir to combine. Enjoy responsibly!

Notes

  • Add a garnish. Make this simple cocktail more presentable by adding a garnish. Some ideas include a slice of lime, an orange wedge or a lime twist.
  • Make it a mocktail. To make an alcohol free version, leave out the vodka. For an extra little fizz, you can also add in some club soda.
  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Cocktails
  • Method: Stirred
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 381
  • Sugar: 61.6g
  • Sodium: 37mg
  • Fat: 0.8g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 68.2g
  • Fiber: 0.7g
  • Protein: 1.8g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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