Cranberry and Rosemary Spritz Cocktail
A festive, herbaceous spritz with cranberry, rosemary, and sparkling bubbles—balanced and aromatic, ideal for holiday toasts and winter gatherings.
Equipment
- Wine glass or large glass
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger
- Bar spoon
- Strainer
- Small saucepan
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz cranberry juice unsweetened or sweetened
- 0.5 oz rosemary simple syrup
- 3 oz prosecco or sparkling wine, chilled
- 1 oz club soda
- ice cubes
- fresh rosemary sprig for garnish
- fresh cranberries for garnish
Instructions
- To make rosemary syrup: Simmer 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup water, and a rosemary sprig for 5 minutes, then cool and strain.
- Fill a glass with ice. Add cranberry juice and rosemary syrup. Stir to combine.
- Add prosecco and club soda. Stir gently to keep bubbles.
- Garnish with a rosemary sprig and fresh cranberries. Serve cold.
Notes
Rosemary syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. Adjust syrup for sweetness and prosecco for fizz. For a less boozy version, use extra club soda instead of prosecco.