Cape Codder Cocktail

The Cape Codder, also known as a Vodka Cranberry, is a simple and refreshing highball cocktail made with vodka and cranberry juice, often garnished with a lime wedge. It is a popular American drink, named after the cranberry-growing region of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. The tartness of the cranberry juice balances the smoothness of the vodka for a crisp, easy-to-sip beverage.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This cocktail is primarily a source of carbohydrates from the sugar in the cranberry juice, with no significant fat or protein. A typical serving contains roughly 150-180 calories, depending on the proportions and type of juice used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	180 kcal
Protein	0.2 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	0 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	12 g
Sodium	10 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Potassium	50 mg
Folate	5 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.02 mg
Manganese	0.1 mg
Copper	0.03 mg
Vitamin K	1 mcg
Pantothenic Acid	0.1 mg

Per 1 cocktail (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The Cape Codder gained widespread popularity in the 1970s and is often credited as a precursor to the modern "vodka craze" in the United States. Its simplicity and use of a distinctly American fruit give it a classic, no-fuss appeal that has made it a staple in bars for decades.