01 -
Chill a martini glass by placing it in the freezer or filling it with ice water.
02 -
Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
03 -
Add cherry vodka, triple sec, fresh lime juice, cranberry juice, and simple syrup (if using) into the shaker.
04 -
Shake firmly for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
05 -
Strain the cocktail into the chilled martini glass and garnish with a fresh cherry or a lime wheel.