Pour in 1 ½ ounces vodka, 3 ounces cranberry juice, and 3 ounces pineapple juice. Gently stir with a bar spoon.
Garnish with 1 lime wheel on the rim of the glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
Use cranberry juice cocktail for a sweeter drink, or 100% cranberry juice if you prefer it more tart.
Fresh pineapple juice works great. It's less sweet than canned, so add a small splash of simple syrup if needed.
Always squeeze the lime into the glass before serving. It sharpens the fruit flavors without overpowering them.
To make a pitcher: Pour 1 ½ cups vodka, 3 cups cranberry juice, and 3 cups pineapple juice into a pitcher. Stir and then refrigerate until you're ready to serve. Add ice to individual glasses, pour in the cocktail, and garnish. Makes enough for 8 cocktails.