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Grinch Cocktail

A festive and vibrant cocktail that's perfect for holiday parties, combining Midori, rum, lime juice, and lemon-lime soda for a delightful drink.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail
Course: Beverage, Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 oz Midori The green liqueur that gives the drink its festive color.
  • 1 oz Clear rum Can substitute with vodka if needed.
  • 0.5 oz Fresh lime juice Squeeze in a bit of lime for added flavor.
  • to top oz Lemon-lime soda Use Sprite or 7UP for sweetness.
  • 1 slice Maraschino cherry For garnish.
Optional Variations
  • splash Pineapple juice For a tropical twist.
  • splash Green food coloring If making a non-alcoholic version.
Garnish Options
  • Red fruit (e.g., raspberry, cranberry, watermelon) For decoration.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Fill a tall, clear glass with crushed ice.
  2. Pour in 1 ounce of Midori, followed by 1 ounce of clear rum and half an ounce of fresh lime juice.
  3. Top off the glass with lemon-lime soda until it's nearly full.
  4. Gently stir if desired, but don’t mix too much to keep the layers visible.
  5. Add a maraschino cherry for garnish.

Notes

Chill glasses beforehand for a fancier presentation. Use crushed ice instead of cubed for better texture. Stir gently to keep the soda fizzy.