cranberry cocktail
This refreshing cranberry cocktail is a delightful blend of tart cranberry juice, sweet orange liqueur, and a splash of sparkling water. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy evening indoors, this cocktail is sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- 1 cocktail shaker
- 1 measuring jigger
- 1 stirring spoon
- 4 wine glasses or cocktail glasses
- 1 ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup orange liqueur For a non-alcoholic version, substitute with orange soda or omit it entirely.
- 1/2 cup sparkling water
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice Adjust sweetness by varying the amount.
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cranberries for garnish Optional garnish.
- Lime slices for garnish Optional garnish.
- Mint leaves for garnish Optional garnish.
Instructions
- Fill the cocktail shaker about halfway with ice cubes.
- Pour in the cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and fresh lime juice.
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine the ingredients thoroughly.
- Remove the lid and strain the mixture into four wine or cocktail glasses filled with ice cubes.
- Top off each glass with the sparkling water, gently stirring to combine.
- Garnish each cocktail with fresh cranberries, lime slices, and mint leaves if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute orange liqueur with orange soda or omit it entirely, adding more cranberry juice instead.
You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of lime juice or using sweetened cranberry juice.
This cocktail can be easily multiplied for larger gatherings; just maintain the same proportions of ingredients.