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Woo Woo

The iconic 1980s fruity cocktail that defined a generation of party drinks. Vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice create a sweet-tart, easy-drinking classic that's still beloved today.

vodkaEasy~12% ABV
MethodBuildGlassHighball GlassIcecubedGarnishlime wedge
Recipe
Serves1
Ingredients
  • 1Β½ ozvodka
  • 1 ozpeach schnapps
  • 3 ozcranberry juice
  • lime wedgegarnish
Instructions
  1. 1Add vodka and peach schnapps.
  2. 2Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
  3. 3Garnish with a lime wedge.
  4. 4Pour cranberry juice over and stir gently.
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History & Origin

This simple three-ingredient drink emerged in the 1980s when peach schnapps cocktails were gaining popularity. Its origin is often traced to New York, where bartenders would shout "Woo Woo" when serving it. The combination of vodka, peach schnapps, and cranberry juice creates a sweet, fruity drink that became a staple of casual bar culture.

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