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The Grinch Cocktail Recipe


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  • Author: Chef
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 cocktail
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fun and festive bright green Christmas cocktail with a sweet, fruity citrus flavor — perfect for adding a cheerful touch to any holiday gathering.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 oz Midori (melon liqueur)
  • 1 oz vodka
  • 1 oz pineapple juice
  • 2 oz lemon-lime soda (or sparkling water for less sweet)
  • Ice cubes

Optional Garnish

  • Maraschino cherry (“Grinch heart”)
  • Green sugar rim (for rimming the glass)


Instructions

  1. Fill the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill the mixture while you prepare the drink.
  2. Add ingredients: Pour 2 oz Midori, 1 oz vodka, and 1 oz pineapple juice into the shaker with the ice.
  3. Shake well: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously until the mixture is well chilled and combined.
  4. Strain into glass: Strain the mixture into an ice-filled glass to keep the cocktail cold.
  5. Top with soda: Carefully add 2 oz lemon-lime soda (or sparkling water) on top for a fizzy finish.
  6. Garnish and serve: Add a maraschino cherry on top as the “Grinch heart.” Optionally, rim the glass with green sugar before pouring the cocktail for extra festive flair. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make it stronger by swapping the lemon-lime soda for prosecco.
  • To turn it into a mocktail, use melon syrup combined with soda instead of the liqueur.
  • Rim the glass with green sugar for an extra festive presentation.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Cocktails • Holiday Drinks • Christmas
  • Method: Shaking
  • Cuisine: American