Jul 14 2026
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Dirty Shirley Recipe

Inspired by Urban Kitchen
Time10m
Serves1

vodka, grenadine, cherries and 7-up

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Ingredients

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Liquor

Mixers

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Gather Your Ingredients

    Collect all the ingredients needed for the Dirty Shirley cocktail: vodka, grenadine, 7-Up, and maraschino cherries.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glass

    Select a highball or cocktail glass and fill it with ice cubes to chill.

Mixing

  1. 3

    Pour the Vodka

    Measure 2 oz of vodka and pour it over the ice in the glass.

  2. 4

    Add Grenadine

    Add 0.5 oz of grenadine to the glass. This will give the drink its signature color and sweetness.

  3. 5

    Top with 7-Up

    Pour 4 oz of 7-Up into the glass to top off the cocktail. This adds fizz and balances the flavors.

Garnishing

  1. 6

    Garnish the Drink

    Add 3 maraschino cherries on top of the drink for garnish. This adds a fruity touch and enhances the presentation.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve and Enjoy

    Serve the Dirty Shirley immediately with a straw or stirrer. Enjoy your refreshing cocktail!

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