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Two tall glasses of pink slushie topped with lime slices and cherries, surrounded by ice cubes and lime wedges on a wooden board.
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Dirty Shirley Vodka Cocktail

Remember those bright red Shirley Temples from childhood? This grown-up frozen version brings back all that sweet nostalgia but adds a perfect splash of vodka for an adult spin.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Servings: 3
Calories: 204kcal
Author: Kim Schob

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 Cups Ice
  • 1 ¼ Cups Lemon Lime Soda
  • ½ Cup Vodka
  • ¼ Cup Grenadine
  • Lemon Wedges optional garnish
  • Maraschino Cherries with stems (optional garnish)
Cups - Metric

Instructions

  • Start by gathering your ingredients and a powerful blender.
  • Add 5 cups of ice to your blender.
    5 Cups Ice
  • Pour in 1¼ cups lemon-lime soda.
    1 ¼ Cups Lemon Lime Soda
  • Add ½ cup vodka to the mixture.
    ½ Cup Vodka
  • Include ¼ cup grenadine for color and flavor.
    ¼ Cup Grenadine
  • Blend everything until smooth and well combined.
  • Pour the mixture into highball glasses.
  • Garnish with maraschino cherries and lemon wedges if desired.
    Lemon Wedges, Maraschino Cherries

Notes

  • Use name-brand lemon-lime soda for the best flavor
  • If the mixture is too thick to blend, add two tablespoons of sugar to help it blend smoothly
  • Serve with both a straw and spoon for the perfect frozen drink experience
  • Pre-chill your glasses for an extra frosty presentation
  • Use a tamper if your blender struggles with crushing ice
  • Don't over-blend, or the ice will melt too much
  • Add garnishes just before serving for the freshest presentation
  • Quality vodka makes a difference in the final taste

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 0.1g | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 9mg | Sugar: 22g | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 0.04mg