Cranberry Lemonade Vodka Cocktail
The Cranberry Lemonade Vodka Cocktail is a vibrant, refreshing mixed drink that combines the tartness of cranberry juice and lemonade with the kick of vodka. It is a popular party cocktail, often served over ice and garnished with a lemon slice or fresh cranberries. This drink is a modern American creation, widely enjoyed at social gatherings and holiday celebrations.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This cocktail is high in carbohydrates, primarily from the sugar in the cranberry and lemonade mixers, with a typical serving containing around 20-30 grams of sugar. It provides minimal protein and fat, with a rough calorie estimate of 200-250 kcal per serving depending on the specific brands and proportions used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 0.2 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Sugar | 25 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg |
| Folate | 10 mcg |
| Vitamin K | 2 mcg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Iron | 0.2 mg |
Per 1 cocktail (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, this cocktail is a festive twist on classic vodka drinks, often associated with holiday parties and summer gatherings due to its bright red color and tangy flavor. Nutritionally, while it offers some vitamin C from the cranberry and lemon components, it is primarily a source of quick energy from sugars and alcohol.
