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The Madras is a colorful, easy-drinking vodka cocktail built on a blend of cranberry and orange juice that produces a drink more complex and nuanced than either juice would be on its own. The cranberry brings tartness and a rich berry depth; the orange juice adds a warm, slightly sweet citrus counterpoint; and the vodka ties the whole thing together with its clean, spirit-forward backbone. Named after the Indian city now known as Chennai, the Madras became a staple of American bars in the 1970s and has endured as a reliable, versatile crowd-pleaser — easy to make, visually appealing, and approachable for any occasion.