Rangoon Ruby Cocktail

This updated version of a Rangoon Ruby was created by Andrea Nguyen, and posted on her blog - AsianDumplingTips.com. The classic version of this drink may be found in the book "Trader Vic's Pacific Island Cookbook." (1968) A refreshing twist on a standard. Perfectly pairs with a crab rangoon! Posted for ZWT.

• Ready In: 2 mins
• Serves: 1
• Yields: 1 drink

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lime
• 2  ounces vodka
•  cranberry juice, soda (sparkling)
• 1  mint sprig
•  ice

Directions

1. Put the ice in a 10 ounce glass.
2. Squeeze the lime directly into the glass and drop the shell in there too.
3. Add the vodka and top with the cranberry juice soda; stir.
4. Garnish with mint and serve.