Cranberry Gin Sparkler Cocktail
A festive, refreshing cocktail blending gin, cranberry juice, lime, and sparkling wine for tart, bubbly, and balanced sips. Perfect for holiday gatherings or casual celebrations.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Strainer
- Measuring jigger
- Cocktail glass or flute
- Bar spoon
- Small plate
- Citrus juicer
- Ice scoop or tongs
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz cranberry juice or cranberry juice cocktail
- 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or honey
- 3 oz prosecco or cava or champagne
- ice cubes
- sparkling water or club soda optional, to lighten
- lime wheel for garnish
- mint sprig for garnish
- fresh cranberries for garnish
- sugar rim optional
Instructions
- Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add gin, cranberry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake for about 15 seconds until cold.
- Strain into a chilled cocktail glass or flute.
- Top with prosecco, cava, or champagne for bubbles.
- Add a splash of sparkling water or club soda if desired.
- Garnish with a lime wheel, mint, or cranberries. Sugar rim optional.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for brightness. Adjust sweetness by using less syrup if cranberry juice is sweetened. For a lighter drink, use more soda or sparkling water. Garnish with mint and cranberries for a festive look.