Cherry flips have roots in old-fashioned flip cocktails, which were traditionally made by combining spirits, sugar, and rich dairy for a velvety, indulgent drink.
This Cherry Holiday Flip is a playful, modern spin:
cherry juice brings bright, festive color and flavor; vodka adds a clean backbone; vanilla ice cream provides that lush, almost custardy body; and a splash of cola lifts everything with gentle fizz and caramel notes. It’s the kind of dessert-in-a-glass you pull out for holiday gatherings when you want something that feels celebratory but doesn’t require a lot of prep or specialty equipment.
If you enjoy classic ice cream cocktails or boozy milkshakes, this is an easy, crowd-pleasing way to bring a little retro charm to your holiday table.
Because this Cherry Holiday Flip leans rich and creamy, it pairs nicely with small, salty bites that balance its sweetness.
Think spiced nuts, a simple cheese board with sharp cheddar or aged gouda, or even prosciutto-wrapped breadsticks.
If you’d like to keep things in the dessert lane, offer crisp butter cookies, biscotti, or dark chocolate squares on the side—the bitterness of the chocolate, especially, plays well with the cherry and vanilla.
Serve the flip in chilled coupe or rocks glasses, and if you’re entertaining, set up a small garnish bar with maraschino cherries, shaved chocolate, and citrus zest so guests can dress up their own drinks.
Cherry Holiday Flip
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients
1 cup cherry juice (100% juice, chilled)
3 ounces vodka, chilled
2 cups vanilla ice cream (about 4 generous scoops)
2–4 tablespoons cola, chilled (to taste)
4–6 ice cubes (optional, for a thinner, frostier texture)
Whipped cream, for garnish (optional)
Maraschino cherries or fresh cherries, for garnish (optional)
Grated dark chocolate or chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)
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