Sweet and sour drinks are typically called sours ... In a cocktail shaker, combine the grenadine, lime juice, sour mix, ...

They have a rich flavor similar to cranberries and grapes, somewhat sweet and tart. Pomegranate juice makes an excellent vodka mixer because it brings this playful flavor combination to the drink.

I do feel this is the season for sweet drinks. Both the dark raspberry and the emphatic chocolateyness of the cocoa liqueur ably fit that bill, but the generous hit of vodka means that their ...