Cranberry Orange Spritzer Cocktail Recipe
This cocktail brings together cranberry's tartness and a burst of citrus. It's a solid choice for almost any get-together, honestly.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Highball glasses
- Ice bucket
- Bar spoon
- Cutting Board
- Sharp knife
- Citrus juicer (optional)
Ingredients
- 2 oz cranberry juice unsweetened
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 3 oz club soda or sparkling water
- 1 1/2 oz vodka
- Ice cubes
- Orange slices for garnish
- Fresh cranberries for garnish
- Rosemary sprig optional garnish
Instructions
- Fill your cocktail shaker about halfway with ice.
- Pour in the cranberry juice, orange juice, and simple syrup.
- If you want it boozy, add the vodka now.
- Shake it up for about 15 seconds until it's good and cold.
- Fill a highball glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the mix into your glass, filling it roughly two-thirds full.
- Top it off with club soda or sparkling water.
- Give it a gentle stir with a bar spoon.
- Garnish with an orange slice and a few cranberries.
- Throw in a rosemary sprig if you want that extra aromatic flair.
Notes
If you're making these for a crowd, just multiply the ingredients and mix everything (except the club soda) in a pitcher or punch bowl. Add the soda right before serving so it stays fizzy.
Want it a touch sweeter? Bump up the simple syrup to 3/4 oz. Or swap in honey syrup for a different vibe.
The non-alcoholic version is still packed with flavor, so it's a solid pick for anyone skipping booze.
You can stash leftover cranberry and orange juice mix (without the soda) in the fridge for up to three days.