The Dirty Shirley is the grown up take on the childhood favourite, the Shirley Temple. It swaps innocence for a splash of vodka, turning a nostalgic mix of lemon lime soda and grenadine into something a little more playful.
It surged back into popularity in recent years, proving that some drinks never really disappear, they just evolve. Sweet, bright, and unapologetically fun, it leans into its roots while still feeling like a proper cocktail. It is not trying to be sophisticated, and that is exactly the point.
Why Lush Life Loves It
I have a soft spot for anything that does not take itself too seriously, and this definitely fits the bill. It reminds me that sometimes the best drinks are the ones that are just meant to be enjoyed without overthinking them.
Here is the recipe
Dirty Shirley
Sip into playful sophistication with the Dirty Shirley. A delightful twist on the classic Shirley Temple, combining grenadine, vodka, and a hint of mischief.
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Grenadine
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 4 oz Sprite or 7up
- Garnish with lime cherries or raspberries
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice
- Add vodka
- Top up with soda
- Slowly drizzle the grenadine in so it sinks to the bottom
- Add the lime, cherries or raspberries
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 20mgPotassium: 43mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 14IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 0.1mg
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