Kiss me Quick

The "Kiss Me Quick" cocktail is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, featuring vodka, fresh lime juice, and a splash of cranberry juice.

  • 5 min
  • Easy
  • Highball glass
  • 5 ingredients
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Kiss me Quick

Ingredients

1
  • Cranberry vodka1⅜ oz
  • Apfelkorn⅝ oz
  • Schweppes Russchian2⅜ oz
  • Apple juice2⅝ oz
  • Icecubes

Method

  1. mix in the glass
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What you need

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Highball glasses

Tall and straight, 10 to 12 oz, with a heavy base.

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A double jigger

Marked in oz and ml, with lines inside for the small measures.

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The hero bottle

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Where it comes from

This flirtatious cocktail emerged from 1950s and 1960s cocktail culture when drinks had playful, suggestive names that reflected social attitudes of the era. The drink captures the spirit of romance and spontaneity in social drinking. Its whimsical name reflects the lighter side of cocktail naming conventions.

Tips from the bar

  • Balance sweetness and citrus for a harmonious profile
  • use fresh ingredients throughout
  • serve ice-cold in a chilled glass
  • consider a light fruit garnish for appeal

Twists worth trying

Kiss Me Sour
A sour-style variation with egg white for silkiness
Spiced Kiss
A warmed version with spiced rum for comfort
Kiss Me Fizz
A sparkling version with champagne for celebration

What to eat with it

  • Cherry desserts
  • chocolate-covered fruits
  • candies
  • light pastries
  • romantic dinner appetizers

The finished drink

Kiss me Quick

Questions

What is in a Kiss me Quick?

A Kiss me Quick is made with cranberry vodka, apfelkorn, schweppes russchian, apple juice, ice.

What glass do you use for a Kiss me Quick?

Serve a Kiss me Quick in a highball glass.

What does a Kiss me Quick taste like?

Expect fruity, refreshing, tangy.

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