Dirty Shirley Cocktails

D is for Dirty

The Dirty Shirley is a grown-up version of the classic Shirley Temple, with vodka, Sprite, and grenadine for the familiar flavor and bright red color, finished with cherries and a squeeze of lime.

Whether you make it by the glass or the pitcher, Dirty Shirleys are easy to mix and simple to serve.

What You'll Need 

Ingredients for 1 drink:

• 2 ounces vodka
• 1 ounce grenadine
• Sprite
• Ice
• Maraschino cherries and lime wheel, optional

How to Make It

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Add vodka and grenadine.
3. Top with Sprite and stir gently.
4. Garnish with maraschino cherries and a lime wheel, if desired.

By the Pitcher

For a crowd, mix the vodka and grenadine in a pitcher, then pour over ice into individual glasses and top each with Sprite. Add cherries and a wheel of lime to each glass, if desired.

If you try this recipe be sure to leave a comment or a rating down below.  You may also enjoy our Bee's Kiss or New England Iced Tea.

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Dirty Shirley Cocktail

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Vodka
• 1 ounce Grenadine
• Sprite
• Ice
• Maraschino cherries and lime wheel (optional)

Instructions

1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Pour in the vodka and grenadine.
3. Top with Sprite and stir gently to combine.
4. Garnish with maraschino cherries and a wheel of lime, if desired.

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