Cranberry Vodka Sparkler
A vibrant and refreshing cocktail featuring tart cranberry juice, smooth vodka, and effervescent sparkling water, perfect for festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz vodka
- 4 oz cranberry juice
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz sparkling water
- Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- Fresh rosemary (optional, for garnish)
- Ice
Instructions
- Measure out 2 oz vodka, 4 oz cranberry juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Add ice to your cocktail shaker until it’s about halfway full.
- Pour vodka, cranberry juice, and simple syrup into the shaker.
- Seal the shaker and shake for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into your serving glass filled with fresh ice, leaving room for sparkling water.
- Top off the drink with 2 oz sparkling water for bubbly effervescence.
- Garnish with fresh cranberries and a sprig of rosemary for a festive finish.
Notes
[‘Chill your vodka and cranberry juice beforehand for extra refreshment.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup.’, ‘Use fresh, clean ice cubes for the best flavor.’, ‘Layer garnishes strategically for a picture-perfect presentation.’, ‘Leave enough space in the glass for sparkling water to maintain the fizz.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150170
- Sugar: 1012
- Sodium: 510
- Carbohydrates: 1015
Keywords: Cranberry Vodka Sparkler, festive cocktail, holiday drink, easy cocktail, cranberry vodka, sparkling water cocktail