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Cranberry Orange Prosecco Cocktail Recipe

Cranberry Orange Prosecco Cocktail Recipe
This drink is light, refreshing, and honestly just great for celebrations. I like to combine tart cranberry and sweet orange with sparkling prosecco for a festive vibe.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker: I use this to mix and chill the juices together.
  • Measuring jigger: Helps me get the right amounts for each ingredient.
  • Fine mesh strainer: I like to strain out any pulp or seeds.
  • Champagne flute or tall glass: These glasses show off the bubbles.
  • Bar spoon: I gently stir in the prosecco at the end.
  • Citrus juicer: Handy for fresh orange juice.
  • Small plate: For sugaring the rim, if I want a little extra sweetness.
  • Ice: Chills everything down before pouring.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz cranberry juice unsweetened or sweetened, based on preference
  • 1 oz freshly squeezed orange juice
  • 1/2 oz simple syrup more or less, to taste
  • 3 oz cold prosecco
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cranberries and orange slices for garnish, optional
  • Sugar for rimming the glass, optional

All the ingredients should be really cold for the best taste and bubbles.

Instructions

  • If I want a sugared rim, I rub an orange slice around the top of the glass and dip it in sugar. Easy.
  • I add cranberry juice, orange juice, simple syrup, and a handful of ice into a cocktail shaker.
  • I shake for about 10-15 seconds, until the mix is nice and chilled.
  • I strain the mixture into a champagne flute or tall glass—just don’t fill it all the way up.
  • Top with cold prosecco and give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a few cranberries and an orange slice if you feel like it.

Notes

I always reach for freshly squeezed orange juice; it just tastes better. If I’m using sweetened cranberry juice, I dial back the simple syrup so it doesn’t get too sweet.
For a non-alcoholic version, sparkling white grape juice works instead of prosecco. If I’m making this for a crowd, I’ll mix the juices ahead of time and add the prosecco right before serving.
Chilling the glasses for a few minutes helps keep things bubbly and cold. Fresh garnish really does make it look festive, especially for parties or holidays.