Dirty Santa

Dirty Santa is a fun and festive cocktail perfect for holiday celebrations. With creamy coconut, bright lime, sweet grenadine, and a bubbly Sprite topper, it’s a refreshing and visually stunning drink. A coconut-flaked rim and cherry garnish add a cheerful, snowy touch to this easy-to-make holiday treat.

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Dirty Santa

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Christmas, Christmas cocktails, Christmas drinks, christmas vodka cocktails, easy christmas cocktails, grenadine, grenadine cocktails, Lime Juice, vodka cocktails

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Rocks Glass
• Bar Spoon

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz vodka
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 1 oz grenadine
• Sprite to top
• Coconut cream for rimming
• Coconut flakes for rimming
• cherry for garnish

Instructions

• Coat the rim of your glass with coconut cream, then dip it into coconut flakes to create a snowy rim.
• In a shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, lime juice, and grenadine. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until well chilled.
• Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
• Add Sprite to fill the glass and gently stir to combine.
• Add a maraschino cherry for a festive finishing touch. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Pro Tips

• Chill the glass beforehand for an extra refreshing experience.
• For added flair, drizzle a little grenadine on top for a layered effect.
• Use fresh lime juice for a brighter, more balanced citrus flavor.

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Tasting Notes

Dirty Santa is a delightful combination of sweet and tart flavors. The creamy coconut rim adds richness, while the lime juice and grenadine create a tangy sweetness. Topped with bubbly Sprite, this cocktail is light, refreshing, and perfect for toasting the holiday season.