Paula Deen's Spiked Cranberry Lemonade

Cool down and liven up your next gathering with Paula Deen's Spiked Cranberry Lemonade, a vibrant and refreshing cocktail perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make drink combines the tangy sweetness of cranberry juice and lemonade with a smooth splash of vodka, balanced with fresh lemon slices and festive garnishes like mint leaves and cranberries. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this recipe is ideal for summer barbecues, holiday parties, or cozy nights in. Serve it over ice for a burst of chilled, citrusy flavor, and let the optional garnishes of fresh cranberries and mint leaves add a pop of elegance to your presentation. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this vodka lemonade is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

2 cups cranberry juice
4 cups lemonade
1 cup vodka
1 whole (sliced) fresh lemon slices
0.5 cup fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
2 cups ice cubes
10 leaves fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pitcher, combine the cranberry juice and lemonade. Stir well to mix.

Step 2

Pour in the vodka and stir gently until fully combined.

Step 3

Add the ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the drink.

Step 4

Slice a fresh lemon into thin rounds and add them to the pitcher for flavor and presentation.

Step 5

For an extra festive touch, add fresh cranberries to the pitcher as a garnish.

Step 6

Stir the mixture gently to ensure all ingredients are well combined and evenly chilled.

Step 7

To serve, pour the spiked cranberry lemonade into individual glasses filled with ice.

Step 8

Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice, if desired.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy responsibly!

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Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2321g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1181.5

Total Fat 1.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 36.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 149.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.7g	0%
Total Sugars 110.3g
Protein 0.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 104.1mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 646.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.8%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 96.6%