cranberry cocktail
This refreshing cranberry cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in. With its vibrant color and festive flavor, it's sure to impress your guests.
Equipment
- 1 cocktail shaker
- 1 measuring jigger
- 1 muddler or spoon
- 4 serving glasses
- 1 strainer (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup cranberry juice 240 ml
- 1/2 cup vodka 120 ml
- 1/4 cup simple syrup 60 ml; adjust sweetness to taste.
- 1 cup sparkling water 240 ml
- to taste fresh cranberries for garnish optional
- to taste lime wedges for garnish optional
- as needed ice cubes
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the cranberry juice, vodka, and simple syrup. Add ice cubes until the shaker is filled halfway.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to mix the ingredients well.
- Fill serving glasses with fresh ice cubes.
- Strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared glasses until filled about three-quarters full.
- Top each glass with sparkling water and gently stir to combine.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a lime wedge if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup according to your taste preference.
You can prepare simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar in hot water and let it cool before use.
This cocktail can also be made as a non-alcoholic version by omitting the vodka and using extra sparkling water instead.