Cape Codder recipe

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Simple cocktail served on ice in a highball glass.

Fantasy Long Great classics
Volume 16 cl
Alcohol 9.4 %
Calories / serving 139 kcal
Colour Red
Difficulty Easy
Published 08/2026
Prep time 2 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  2. Pour in the vodka, then the cranberry juice.
  3. Stir with a bar spoon.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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History

Created in 1945 under the name "Red Devil" by American cranberry producer Ocean Spray, to promote its juice.

Decoration

Garnish with a lime wedge.

Variation

Adding grapefruit juice makes a "Sea Breeze", pineapple juice a "Bay Breeze".

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Frequently asked questions

Which glass should the Cape Codder cocktail be served in?

Recommended glass: tumbler.

How strong is the Cape Codder cocktail?

The Cape Codder cocktail is about 9.4% alcohol.

How many calories are in the Cape Codder cocktail?

Allow for about 139 kcal per serving.

How long does the Cape Codder cocktail take to make?

Allow for about 2 min of preparation. Difficulty: easy.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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