Love Potion #9 Cocktail (Printer-Friendly)

A sweet, sparkling mix of raspberry, vodka, and juice. Ideal for romantic evenings or special moments.

# What You’ll Need to Cook:

→ Cocktail Components

01 - 2 oz vodka
02 - 1 oz raspberry liqueur (such as Chambord)
03 - 2 oz pomegranate juice or cran-raspberry juice
04 - 2 oz lemon-lime soda (e.g., Sprite)
05 - Ice cubes, for shaking

→ Garnish

06 - Fresh raspberries (optional)

# Steps to Prepare:

01 - Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, then pour in vodka, raspberry liqueur, and juice.
02 - Shake vigorously for 30 seconds. Strain into two chilled cocktail glasses.
03 - Top each glass with lemon-lime soda and garnish with fresh raspberries if desired.

# Extra Cooking Tips:

01 - Chilling all ingredients and glassware enhances flavor and prolongs freshness.
02 - Use premium raspberry liqueur like Chambord for deeper berry flavor and rich color.
03 - Add simple syrup to sweeten or substitute soda with sparkling water for a lighter version.
04 - Dry ice can be added for dramatic presentation but must be handled carefully.
05 - Rimming the glass with sugar or adding luster dust can elevate the visual appeal.