The Oaks Lily is a refreshing cocktail made with vodka, lemon juice, cranberry juice, simple syrup, and orange liqueur. Bright and flavorful, it’s a popular choice at the Kentucky Derby, offering a lighter alternative to the traditional mint julep.
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Ingredients
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1/2 oz Orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz Lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 3 oz Cranberry juice
- A splash of simple syrup
- Lemon slice and a blackberry for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your shaker with ice.
- Add the vodka, orange liqueur, lemon juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake well until everything is mixed and chilled.
- Strain the mix into your glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lemon slice and a blackberry on top.