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Dirty Shirley

Published: Jun 15, 2022 · Modified: Jun 15, 2022 by Tara Smithson

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This Dirty Shirley Temple is the perfect Summer Cocktail. It is only 3 ingredients and takes 2 minutes to put together. This adult version of my favorite childhood drink, the Shirley Temple or Kiddie Cocktail, is a MUST TRY!

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Easy 3 Ingredient Dirty Shirley

My favorite part of going to a restaurant when I was a kid was ordering a Shirley Temple. Now, I'm all grown up and recreated this childhood drink by adding in a shot of Vodka for the perfect Adult version. It truly is the best Summer poolside cocktail!

If you love a good Summer cocktail, be sure to try these recipes too:

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Why You'll Love This Recipe:

  • It only uses 3 ingredients
  • The recipe takes less than two minutes to make
  • It will bring you back to your younger years
  • The drink is sweet, bubbly, delicious and perfect to sip on in warm weather

The Ingredients:

ingredients for dirty shirley temple drink
Ingredients for Dirty Shirley Temple

Sprite- Bubbly, sweet lemon-lime soda and my personal favorite for a Shirley Temple

Grenadine- For the pretty pink color and to add a bit of fruity flavor

Vodka-Just a shot to add the adult-ness to this drink. Vodka is one of my favorite liquors to use in summer drinks (along with rum & tequila).

Maraschino Cherries- Optional, but I gotta have them!

2 mason jars filled with ice and dirty shirley temple drinks with cherries laying next to them

Frequently Asked Questions About the Recipe:

Can I make this a Virgin Shirley Temple?

Of course! Just leave out the Vodka.

Can I substitute the Vodka for a different liquor?

I personally have not tried it, but I think a Clear Rum would be delicious.

What syrup is in a Shirley Temple?

It's grenadine, which adds a fruity taste and is non-alcoholic.

Can I make this drink less sweet?

If you're not crazy about sweet, try substituting the Sprite out for bubbly water, like La Croix or Perrier.

How to Make a Dirty Shirley:

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Video Recipe Instructions

Begin by filling a glass half way with ice.

Pour in the vodka, grenadine, then the Sprite.

Give it a quick stir and top with a maraschino cherry or two.

That's it!

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Dirty Shirley


  • Author: Tara Smithson
  • Total Time: 2 minutes
  • Yield: 1 Cocktail 1x
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Description

This Dirty Shirley Temple is the perfect Summer Cocktail. It is only 3 ingredients and takes 2 minutes to put together. This adult version of my favorite childhood drink, the Shirley Temple or Kiddie Cocktail, is a MUST TRY! 

That's it! 


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 ounce grenadine 
  • 1 ounce Vodka
  • 8 ounces of Sprite 
  • 1 maraschino cherry
  • One glass and ice to fill it half way up

Instructions

Begin by filling a glass half way with ice. 

Pour in the vodka, grenadine, then the Sprite. 

Give it a quick stir and top with a maraschino cherry or two.

That's it!

Equipment

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Notes

The perfect Summer drink!

  • Prep Time: 2 minutes
  • Category: cocktail
  • Method: stirred
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: dirty shirley, dirty shirley temple, adult shirley temple, dirty shirley drink

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Hi! I'm Tara with Simply Made Eats. Total foodie turned food blogger. I have been cooking simple, delicious meals for my family & friends for the last decade. I love creating real recipes with fresh ingredients & sharing my recipes for others to create in their own kitchens.

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