Description
A refreshing and vibrant cranberry spritzer that’s perfect for holiday gatherings. This drink balances tartness and sweetness, making it a festive favorite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups 100% pure cranberry juice
- 2 cups sparkling water or tonic water
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Vodka or light rum
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, mix together equal parts cranberry juice and sparkling water or tonic water. Add a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice.
- Taste the mixture and add sweetener if desired.
- Add mint leaves, gently bruising them to release their oils.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the spritzer mix until each glass is ¾ full.
- Garnish with a slice of lime or orange and a sprig of mint.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Chill all ingredients before mixing for a refreshing drink. Avoid mixing too far in advance to maintain carbonation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Holiday drink, Cranberry spritzer, Festive beverage, Christmas cocktail, Non-alcoholic drinks