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Madras Cocktail

Cultural Context

The Madras Cocktail is a refreshing drink that emerged in the U.S. during the 1970s, named after the city of Madras (now Chennai) in India. It combines vodka with fruit juices, reflecting the growing popularity of vodka cocktails in American bars. This drink is often served at parties and gatherings, celebrated for its vibrant color and fruity flavor. Over the years, variations have emerged, with some opting for different fruit juices or garnishes, making it a versatile choice for cocktail enthusiasts.

AmericanUSdrink
10 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
2 parts Grey Goose vodka
fresh orange juice
cranberry juice
lime
fresh thyme

vodka

🥗Healthier: soda water

💰Cheaper: gin

Soda water adds fizz with fewer calories, gin offers a similar flavor profile.

orange juice

🥗Healthier: freshly squeezed orange juice

💰Cheaper: orange drink

Freshly squeezed is healthier, while orange drink is often cheaper.

cranberry juice

🥗Healthier: unsweetened cranberry juice

💰Cheaper: cranberry cocktail

Unsweetened is lower in sugar, while cranberry cocktail is often less expensive.

1

Prepare an old-fashioned glass with ice.

2

Pour in 2 parts Grey Goose vodka.

3

Add fresh orange juice to the glass.

4

Pour in a little bit of cranberry juice.

5

Squeeze a little lime into the mixture.

6

Garnish with fresh thyme on top.

Equipment Needed

old-fashioned glass

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Also Known As

MadrasVodka Madras

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