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Recipe: Foam Top Cocktail – A 2026 Must-Try Drink

Rebecca ConnorsJanuary 6, 2026

Bright and finished with a smooth foam top, this Foam Top Cocktail is a fresh take on a classic – perfect for kicking off 2026 in style. Tart cranberry, zesty lime, and vodka come together in a refreshing cocktail, crowned with a silky foam that turns every glass into a canvas. It’s simple to make, easy to scale, and designed to be seen, shared, and celebrated.

How to Make It: Step-by-Step Video

Ingredients

  • 3 oz cranberry juice (homemade or store bought)
  • 1.5 oz vodka
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • Ripples Foamer
  • Ice
  • Your favorite print to garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Combine all ingredients

Combine liquid ingredients into cocktail shaker.

Step 2: Add the Ripples Foamer

Add two splashes of Ripples foamer for thick foam, or four drops for a thinner canvas.

Step 3: Dry shake

 Shake for at least 30 seconds to activate the foamer.

Step 4: Wet shake

Add ice; shake to combine.

Step 5. Strain and pour

Double strain into preferred cocktail glass – fill to the brim!

Step 6. Print and Serve

Top with your favorite Ripples print and enjoy!

Try this foam-topped cocktail on your next menu or event, and see how a simple recipe, finished with a stunning print, can turn every serve into a moment worth sharing!

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