Purple Rain
Elevate your cocktail game with the mesmerizing *Purple Rain*, a vibrant and refreshing drink that’s as stunning as it is delicious. This easy 5-minute recipe blends the bold flavors of vodka, tangy Blue Curaçao, tart cranberry juice, and zesty lime juice, creating a striking purple hue that lives up to its name. Topped with bubbly lemon-lime soda, it’s the perfect balance of sweetness and citrusy fizz in every sip. Served over ice and garnished with a fresh lime wedge and aromatic mint leaves, this eye-catching cocktail is ideal for parties, date nights, or just a relaxing evening at home. Whether you're seeking a colorful showstopper or a flavor-packed treat, the Purple Rain cocktail is guaranteed to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Blue Curaçao
- 2 oz Cranberry juice
- 2 oz Lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite)
- 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wedge
- 2 leaves Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Pour the vodka, Blue Curaçao, cranberry juice, and fresh lime juice into the shaker.
Secure the lid tightly and shake well for 15-20 seconds until thoroughly chilled.
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, then strain the mixture from the shaker into the glass.
Top off the drink with lemon-lime soda for a fizzy finish.
Stir gently to combine the layers of color and flavor without disrupting the bubbles.
Garnish with a lime wedge and a couple of fresh mint leaves for a fragrant touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Purple Rain cocktail!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
212 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 68 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
