Jul 14 2026

Transfusion Recipe

Time7m
Serves1

purple grape juice, vodka, ginger ale, lime

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Ingredients

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Cocktail

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Chill glass

    If you prefer a colder drink, place a highball or Collins glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes before assembling.

  2. 2

    Add ice

    Fill the chilled glass with cubed ice to about 3/4 full (approximately 1 cup).

  3. 3

    Build the cocktail

    Pour 4 oz purple grape juice into the glass over the ice, then add 1.5 oz vodka.

  4. 4

    Add acidity

    Add 0.5 oz fresh lime juice. If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, add 0.25 oz simple syrup now.

  5. 5

    Top with ginger ale

    Gently top with 2 oz ginger ale. Stir very lightly once or twice to combine — avoid over-stirring so the ginger ale keeps its fizz.

  6. 6

    Garnish and serve

    Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel on the rim. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer.

  7. 7

    Optional adjustments

    For a stronger drink, increase vodka to 2 oz. For a lighter, more refreshing version, reduce vodka to 1 oz and increase ginger ale to 3 oz.

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