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    Home » Drinks » Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper

    Jul 18, 2014 · Modified: Feb 11, 2019 by Sues · This post may contain affiliate links, uses cookies, and generates income via ads · View privacy policy + disclosure statement linked in footer · 16 Comments

    Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper

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    This vibrantly colored Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper is a raspberry whiskey cocktail with a touch of vanilla simple syrup.  The perfect Friday night drink!

    Head-on view of raspberry whiskey cocktail with raspberry and mint garnish on a marble surface with raspberries surrounding and recipe title at top

    Some weeks call for whiskey. Seriously, though. On a typical Friday night, you'll find me on my couch (watching Dateline) sipping on a glass of red wine or a vodka and grapefruit. Occasionally, I may get a little crazy and whip up a mojito with rum. But on some occasions,  Friday nights call for whiskey. Tonight is one of those. It's hard to put into words why this week was so rough, but every evening that I didn't have plans after work found me seriously struggling to keep my eyes open at 8:00 p.m. Not even the drama of the Bachelorette was enough for my exhausted self to stay awake (side note: how do you feel about the final two? Me? Major meh. Oh, you mean I'm the only person left on the planet who still watches? No shame). Whiskey Friday indeed.

    To be clear, I don't necessarily want to sit on the couch and drink from a glass full of whiskey and ice. That sounds so serious, doesn't it? Like, that's talking really, really bad week. But a Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper? Raspberry and vanilla are just such happy ingredients. And Sipper sounds like exactly what you want for a Friday night on the couch.

    RASPBERRY VANILLA WHISKEY SIPPER RECIPE

    If you're afraid of whiskey, I recommend starting here. This raspberry vanilla whiskey cocktail is a little bit fruity, a little bit sweet, and slightly strong. Hi, Friday. We've been looking for you; thanks for joining us. Finally. The ingredients are super simple and the only thing you really need to do a bit ahead of time is the vanilla simple syrup so that the vanilla bean has time to steep. I recommend making it in advance and then just keeping it in your fridge until Friday night hits and you're ready for a raspberry whiskey cocktail ASAP. It can be part of your meal prep Sunday, right??

    Overhead view of ingredients used in raspberry whiskey cocktail, including Maker's Mark whisky, raspberries, mint leaves, and vanilla simple syrup

    I also recommend using a high-quality whiskey, like Maker's Mark. Who actually spells Whiskey, Whisky. I had no idea both spellings were socially acceptable. Even my spellcheck says so. And my spellcheck hates everything. Like Sriracha. Who hates Sriracha??

    Close-up of bowl of raspberries with vanilla simple syrup, mint leaves, cocktail shaker, whisky bottle, measuring cups and spoons on the counter

    As usual with my cocktails, this is an easy one. Put the raspberries in a cocktail shaker and muddle as much as possible. Add in whiskey and vanilla simple syrup, along with a few ice cubes, and shake well.

    Overhead view of raspberries on the bottom of a cocktail shaker

    Fill your glass with crushed ice. And strain the mixture out of the cocktail shaker and over the ice.

    Garnish with a little bit of fresh mint. And like the name implies, get sipping!!

    Straight-on view of a raspberry whiskey cocktail with vanilla simple syrup with raspberry mint garnish on a marble tray with raspberries and cocktail shaker in the background

    You can't tell me that a raspberry whiskey cocktail with vanilla isn't the perfect Friday night drink. It actually makes me dream of patios in the summertime. But is also totally suitable for the couch.

    Like I mentioned, please just keep all these ingredients ready and waiting for any upcoming cocktail emergencies.

    Landscape view of a raspberry whiskey cocktail with raspberry and mint garnish on a marble tray with raspberries scattered around and a cocktail shaker in the background

    I love the idea of a cocktail emergency. Not in an "I have a drinking problem" sort of way and more in a "this week was rough, so get me a raspberry whiskey cocktail STAT" sort of way. That's fair, right?

    I've probably mentioned this before, but there's not much I hate in life more than fake raspberry liquors. But fresh raspberries in a cocktail is a whole other story; especially when whiskey is present, too. There's just something about raspberries and whiskey.

     Something beautiful. And so, so tasty.

    Head-on view of raspberry whiskey cocktail with raspberry and mint garnish on a marble surface with raspberries surrounding

    This Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper is the best way to say "See ya!" to the week and "Hello weekend!" It's also a pretty good way to sink into the couch and let a Friday night full of relaxation take over.

    What's your ideal way to spend a Friday night?

    If you're looking for more fun cocktails, check out my Grapefruit Blood Orange Cocktail and my Blueberry Vodka Lemonade. I also love these Raspberry Moscow Mules from Cooking a la Mel!

    Head-on view of a raspberry vanilla whiskey cocktail with raspberry garnish.

    Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper

    This vibrantly colored Raspberry Vanilla Whiskey Sipper is a raspberry whiskey cocktail with a touch of vanilla simple syrup.  The perfect Friday night drink!
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    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Cocktails, Raspberry, Whiskey
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Makes: 1 cocktail
    Author: Sues

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup fresh raspberries
    • 2 ½ oz. whiskey
    • 2 oz. vanilla simple syrup
    • Crushed ice
    • Mint, for garnish

    Vanilla Simple Syrup

    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

    Instructions

    • Put raspberries in a cocktail shaker and muddle as much as possible. Add in whiskey and vanilla simple syrup, along with a few ice cubes, and shake well.
    • Fill glass with crushed ice. Strain mixture out of the cocktail shaker and over the ice.
    • Garnish with fresh mint and more raspberries, if desired.

    Vanilla Simple Syrup

    • Bring sugar and water to a boil, lower heat to a simmer, and let simmer for about 10 minutes.
    • Pour syrup into a heat-proof jar or container and add the vanilla bean in. 
    • Let steep for about 24 hours before removing vanilla bean. You can rinse and dry your vanilla bean and store it to use again.
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    1. Nancy says

      July 19, 2014 at 10:13 am

      What's NOT to like about raspberries and vanilla??? My two favorite things! You come up with such great ideas - I think it's time to dig out the whiskey.

    2. Odetta says

      July 19, 2014 at 2:37 pm

      I need to make this ASAP!!!

    3. Leah | So, How's It Taste? says

      July 20, 2014 at 5:43 pm

      I am such a whiskey girl. Love it love it! I need this drink in my life asap!

    4. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

      July 20, 2014 at 6:51 pm

      Let's hear it for Whiskey Drinks, but not toasting the weeks that demand a whiskey drink. I have a penchant for raspberries. So I gravitated to this recipe immediately. Naturally I pinned it.

    5. Justine says

      July 21, 2014 at 3:10 pm

      I'm a whiskey girl too (with an e!) and I'm a pretty big fan of this pink drink!

    6. Juliana says

      July 21, 2014 at 5:28 pm

      Beautiful cocktail...I love the vibrant color of the raspberry...so refreshing!
      Have a colorful week...cheers!

    7. Megan says

      July 21, 2014 at 7:04 pm

      I love the sound of this sipper! And the spelling has to do with where it's made. I'm not a whiskey (or whisky) buff, but I think one's Scottish and one's Irish or something like that.

    8. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

      July 22, 2014 at 1:48 am

      i could definitely kick back with one of these right now.. looks seriously delicious!

    9. Bianca @ Confessions of a Chocoholic says

      July 22, 2014 at 9:51 am

      I am definitely a little afraid of whiskey but something a little fruity and a little sweet can easily convince me to try it!

    10. lauren says

      July 22, 2014 at 3:57 pm

      YUM! heres my excuse to get the BF to buy the good stuff 🙂 haha

    11. Ashley | Spoonful of Flavor says

      July 22, 2014 at 7:54 pm

      Now this is the perfect adult summer beverage! Beautiful color too!

    12. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

      July 22, 2014 at 10:57 pm

      I love raspberries more than anything so why not get a little boozy too?! Great drink here!

    13. Alyssa @ My Sequined Life says

      July 23, 2014 at 12:02 am

      This sounds like a great cocktail, Sues! (PS - love the new site design!) I also am not a fan of artificial raspberry flavoring, so I'm loving the fresh ones muddled here. Plus vanilla syrup? Genius! 🙂

    14. Kitchen Belleicious says

      July 23, 2014 at 9:02 am

      ummm... delicious! love the sweet flavors going on in this

    15. Joanne says

      July 23, 2014 at 9:21 pm

      Some Friday nights DEFINITELY call for the whiskey. ALL THE WHISKEY. Love this raspberry twist to it!

    16. Chris says

      July 27, 2014 at 6:42 pm

      I kind of want this RIGHT NOW.

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