Grinch Cocktail

Description: Inspired by the classic Christmas character, the Grinch Cocktail is vibrant, sour, and surprisingly festive. It combines the tartness of green apple with a hint of mint, balanced by the warmth of vanilla and the sparkle of soda. This cocktail is perfect for holiday parties or any time you want to embrace your inner misfit in a merry way. Ingredients: - 1 1/2 oz green apple vodka - 1 oz vanilla liqueur - 1 oz fresh lime juice - 1/2 oz simple syrup - 4 fresh mint leaves - Green apple soda, to top - Ice cubes - Thin apple slice and fresh mint sprig for garnish Instructions: 1. In a shaker, muddle the fresh mint leaves with the lime juice and simple syrup to release the mint oils. 2. Add the green apple vodka, vanilla liqueur, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker. 3. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled highball glass filled with ice cubes. 5. Top with green apple soda. 6. Garnish with a thin apple slice partly submerged in the drink and a fresh mint sprig. Glassware: Highball glass