Dirty Shirley co*cktail Recipe (2024)

The Dirty Shirley. It’s a grown-up twist on the classic Shirley Temple. This fun and easy drink mix sweet and bubbly soda with a splash of grown-up fun. Perfect for parties or just relaxing at home with your friends. Let’s dive into how to make your very own Dirty Shirley!

Tasting Notes

A Dirty Shirley is sweet, fizzy, and a little bit tangy. The grenadine syrup gives it a cherry-like taste, while the vodka adds a smooth kick. The lemon-lime soda makes it bubbly and refreshing. It’s a great balance of flavors that’s both familiar and exciting.

Equipment and Glassware

Making a Dirty Shirley, a grown-up twist on the classicShirley Temple, requires a few equipmentincluding glassware. Mixing vodka, grenadine, and ice to cold requires a co*cktail shaker. A strainer ensures a smooth serving glass pour. Measure ingredients precisely with a jigger. Serve the co*cktail in a highball glass with ice, soda, and a maraschino cherry or lemon slice.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz Vodka
• ½ oz Grenadine syrup
• Lemon-lime soda (like Sprite or 7UP)
• Lemon or lime wedge, for garnish
• Maraschino cherry, for garnish

Instructions

1. Fill a glass with ice cubes.
2. Pour the vodka over the ice.
3. Add the grenadine syrup.
4. Fill the rest of the glass with lemon-lime soda.
5. Stir gently to mix.
6. Garnish with a lemon or lime wedge and a cherry.

Pro Tips

• For a less sweet drink, use less grenadine.
• Try using different sodas for new flavors.
• Add a splash of orange juice for a fruity twist.
• Chill your glass beforehand for an extra refreshing drink.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

When making a Dirty Shirley, the vodka you choose can make a difference. Here are a few popular choices:

• Smirnoff: A good, budget-friendly option.
• Absolut: Known for its smooth taste.
• Grey Goose: A high-end choice for a smoother co*cktail.

Similar co*cktails

If you love Dirty Shirleys, you might also enjoy:

• Vodka Cranberry: Simple and tart.
• Cosmopolitan:Classy with a citrus twist.
• Cherry Vodka Sour: Vodka mixed with cherry syrup and sour mix for a tangy and sweet flavor.
• Gin Fizz: A bubbly and refreshing mix of gin, lemon juice, sugar, and soda water.
• Tequila Sunrise: A sweet and colorful mix of tequila, orange juice, and grenadine.

History

The Dirty Shirley is a playful adult version of the Shirley Temple, which has been around since the 1930s. The original was named after the famous child actress and was a non-alcoholic mix of ginger ale and grenadine, topped with a maraschino cherry. The Dirty Shirley adds vodka, making it a fun choice for adults.

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