A refreshing cranberry lime spritzer cocktail brings a burst of bright flavors. The drink mixes the sweet-tart notes of cranberry juice with zesty lime and fizzy club soda.

This easy 3-ingredient cocktail takes just 2 minutes to make. It requires no special bartending skills or equipment. The recipe keeps things simple while delivering a drink that looks beautiful in the glass.

The pretty pink color and bubbles make this mocktail-friendly beverage a great choice for parties, brunches, and casual get-togethers. Kids can enjoy a non-alcoholic version while adults can add vodka or rum for a spirited twist.

Cranberry Lime Spritzer Cocktail Recipe

This light and fizzy drink combines tart cranberry juice, fresh lime, and sparkling water for a refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

2 oz cranberry juice
1 oz fresh lime juice
4 oz club soda or sparkling water

1 cup ice cubes
1 lime wheel for garnish
Optional: 1.5 oz vodka

Instructions

Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
Pour the cranberry juice into the glass.
Add fresh lime juice.
If using vodka, add it now.

Top with club soda or sparkling water.
Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
Garnish with a lime wheel.

Notes

The drink can be made with or without alcohol for a tasty mocktail option.

Store cranberry juice in the fridge for up to 7 days after opening.

Fresh lime juice makes a big difference in taste compared to bottled juice.

For best results, chill all ingredients before mixing.

Try using different garnishes like fresh cranberries or mint leaves for variety.

Tasting Notes

This refreshing spritzer has a bright, tart flavor from fresh cranberries balanced with sweet lime. The bubbles from the club soda create a light, effervescent texture that dances on the tongue.

The drink starts with a bold cranberry punch that mellows into subtle citrus notes. The lime adds a zesty kick without overpowering the other flavors.

Key Flavor Notes:

Primary: Crisp cranberry
Secondary: Fresh lime zest
Finish: Clean, bubbly

The cocktail has a beautiful ruby-red color that sparkles in the glass. When served over ice, it maintains its fizzy nature without becoming watered down.

A gentle sweetness comes through from the simple syrup, preventing any harsh tartness from the cranberries. The flavors blend smoothly while staying distinct enough to identify each component.

The aftertaste is clean and refreshing with no bitter notes. This makes it easy to enjoy multiple servings without flavor fatigue.

Serving Temperature: Best enjoyed very cold at 35-40°F (2-4°C)

Substitutes

You can make this drink alcohol-free by skipping the vodka. The mix of cranberry juice, lime, and club soda creates a tasty mocktail.

Replace cranberry juice with pomegranate juice for a similar tart flavor. Cherry juice works too, but adds more sweetness.

For a different fizz, swap club soda with ginger ale or sparkling water. Lemon-lime soda adds extra sweetness and citrus notes.

Fresh lime juice is best, but bottled lime juice works in a pinch. Use about 1/2 ounce of bottled juice to replace one lime.

Frozen cranberries make good ice cubes. They keep drinks cold without watering them down. Bonus: They’re pretty and edible when the drink is done.

Want less sugar? Pick diet cranberry juice or a sugar-free cranberry drink mix. Mix it with plain sparkling water instead of sugary sodas.

Cranberry Lime Spritzer Cocktail Recipe